Pediatricians Accepting CareFirst in Gainesville, FL
6 verified pediatricians in Gainesville, Florida accept CareFirst. Profiles cover focus areas including Pediatric Rheumatology, Pediatric Pulmonology, and Pediatric Cardiology. Common hospital affiliations include UF Health Shands Hospital, UF Health Shands Children's Hospital, and University of Florida Department of Pediatrics.


Melissa Elder, MD
Professor and Chief, Division of Allergy, Immunology and Rheumatology
Pediatrics
Gainesville, FL30+ years72+ pubs
Pediatric Rheumatology


Renee Modica, M.D.
Clinical Associate Professor of Pediatric Rheumatology, University of Florida Department of Pediatric Rheumatology
Pediatrics
Gainesville, FL44+ pubs
Pediatric Rheumatology


Marc Schecter, M.D.
Pediatrics
Gainesville, FL
Pediatric Pulmonology


Jeremy Archer, M.D.
Pediatrics
Gainesville, FL
Pediatric Cardiology


Philip Chang, M.D.
Pediatrics
Gainesville, FL
Pediatric Cardiology


Shawn Larson, MD
chief of the division of Pediatric Surgery within the University of Florida College of Medicine
Pediatrics
Gainesville, FL
Surgical Sports MedicinePediatric Surgery
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I know these pediatricians accept CareFirst?
Each profile on this page lists CareFirst among its accepted health plans. Plan participation can change — confirm directly with the practice before your visit.
What CareFirst plans do these pediatricians accept?
Plan-level detail (PPO, HMO, EPO, Medicare Advantage, etc.) varies by specialists. Open a specific provider profile to see the exact CareFirst plans they've published as accepted.
What should I look for when picking a pediatrician that takes CareFirst?
Start with clinical fit. Profiles on this page mention focus areas including Pediatric Rheumatology, Pediatric Pulmonology, and Pediatric Cardiology. Then verify the specific CareFirst plan you carry, compare credentials and affiliations, and check whether the profile mentions accepting new patients.
Are these pediatricians accepting new patients?
Profile detail on availability varies. Open a specific profile to see what each provider has published about new-patient access and typical wait times.