Frequently Asked Questions
All Palmetto Pediatrics offices are open Monday–Friday from 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM, with the exception of our Blythewood location, which is open 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM on Mondays.
SCPA Evening Hours
1749 Marshall Street, Columbia
Monday–Friday: 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Available for sick visits and sports physicals.
Our Downtown location (140 Park Central Drive) is open Saturday and Sunday mornings for urgent sick visits. We encourage you to call ahead so we can best coordinate your child’s care. Because we have access to your child’s medical records, our providers are able to deliver seamless, comprehensive care.
Holiday Closures
All SCPA offices are closed on the following holidays:
- New Years Day
- Memorial Day
- Independence Day
- Labor Day
- Thanksgiving
- Christmas Day
All Sandhills Pediatrics offices are open Monday–Friday from 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM.
SCPA Evening Hours
1749 Marshall Street, Columbia
Monday–Friday: 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Available for sick visits and sports physicals.
Weekend Care
Our Downtown location (1749 Marshall Street) is open Saturday and Sunday mornings for urgent sick visits. We encourage you to call ahead so we can best coordinate your child’s care. With full access to your child’s medical records, our providers can offer continuous, high-quality care.
Holiday Closures
All SCPA offices are closed on the following holidays:
- New Years Day
- Memorial Day
- Independence Day
- Labor Day
- Thanksgiving
- Christmas Day
Yes!
We are a pro-vaccine, evidence-based practice and follow the immunization schedule recommended by the American Academy of Pediatrics. We understand that parents may have questions, and our providers welcome respectful, open conversations to offer guidance and reassurance. When needed, we can work with families on a plan that supports both your child’s health and our practice standards. Families who do not plan to vaccinate may not be the best fit for our practice.
Below are the immunizations required to remain a patient of Palmetto Pediatrics or Sandhills Pediatrics
| Immunization | Required Maximum
Age to Begin Immunizing |
Minimum Number of Doses |
Other Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| DTaP | 4 months | 5 | 3 doses required by 9m 4 doses required by 24m 5 doses required by 6yo |
| IPV/Polio | 4 months | 4 | 2 doses required by 9m 3 doses required by 24m 4 doses required by 6yo |
| HIB/Prevnar | 4 months | 4 of each | 3 doses required by 9m 4 doses required by 24m |
| MMR | 16 months | 2 | 1 dose required by 16m 2 doses required by 6yo |
| Varicella/Chickenpox | 16 months | 2 | 1 dose required by 16m 2 doses required by 6yo |
| Tdap | 13 years | 1 | 1 dose required by 13yo |
| Meningococcal ACYW | 13 years | 2 | 2 doses required by 19yo |
| Hepatitis B | 2 months | 3 | Must meet school requirements |
| Hepatitis A | 18 months | 2 | Must meet school requirements |
Children under five years and above one year of age who are not yet immunized are required to begin the MMR, Varicella, Polio, and DTaP immunization series within 60 days of receipt of this policy and be “up-to-date” with the recommended AAP “catch-up” schedule within one year of beginning these immunizations.
Children greater than five years of age and teens who are beginning to be immunized are required to begin MMR, Varicella, Polio, and appropriate Pertussis (Tdap or DTaP) immunizations within 60 days of receipt of this policy and complete the recommended AAP “catch-up” schedule within one year of beginning these immunizations.
Although we are not requiring the HPV, Rotavirus, or Meningococcal B vaccines at this time, we strongly encourage you to receive these vaccinations.
If we are unable to reach an understanding on appropriate immunization, we ask that you find a pediatrician whose values align with yours within the next 60 days.
You can call any of our 10 convenient locations to schedule an appointment.
If you are an established patient, you can also schedule sick visits, well visits, and ADHD follow-ups quickly and easily through the patient portal.
Yes! We are currently accepting new patients.
Simply call any of our 10 locations and our team will be happy to help you get established.
Our patient portal makes managing your child’s care simple and convenient.
You can:
- Ask Your Pediatrician a Question Any Time.
- Send a Private Message to Your Pediatrician at Any Time.
- When’s Your Next Appointment? Check Any Time.
- Forgot What Your Pediatrician Said During Your Kid’s Visit? Go Check Any Time.
- Need Immunizations Records for Camp or School? Get Your Kid’s Records Any Time.
- Lost That Handout? Go Read It Any Time.
- Forgot Your Kid’s Height and Weight From the Last Visit? Read the Visit Summary Any Time.
- See Your Child’s Test Results for Labs and Screenings Any Time.
- See Your Kid’s Care Plan Details All in One Place Any Time.
- Getting Low on Medications? Request Prescription Refills Any Time.
- Want to Help Your Teen Take Responsibility for Their Own Healthcare? Set Them Up with Their Own Account So They Can See Upcoming Appointments and Ask Questions Any Time.
- Login Once to Review Records and Check Upcoming Appointments for All Siblings Any Time.
- Send a Summary of Care Record to a Specialist or Other Physician at Any Time.
Transitioning to adult healthcare is a gradual process. We encourage teens to take a more active role in their care over time, such as speaking directly with their pediatrician, asking questions, and understanding their health history, medications, and any ongoing conditions. Building these skills helps them feel confident and prepared when it’s time to move to an adult provider.
Our team is here to support you and your teen every step of the way. For additional tools and guidance, visit https://gottransition.org/