Question 1

How do I know these pediatricians accept Independence Blue Cross?

Accepted Answer

Each profile on this page lists Independence Blue Cross among its accepted health plans. Plan participation can change — confirm directly with the practice before your visit.

Question 2

What Independence Blue Cross plans do these pediatricians accept?

Accepted Answer

Plan-level detail (PPO, HMO, EPO, Medicare Advantage, etc.) varies by specialists. Open a specific provider profile to see the exact Independence Blue Cross plans they've published as accepted.

Question 3

What should I look for when picking a pediatrician that takes Independence Blue Cross?

Accepted Answer

Start with clinical fit. Profiles on this page mention focus areas including Pediatric Infectious Diseases, Pediatric Gastroenterology, and Surgical Sports Medicine. Then verify the specific Independence Blue Cross plan you carry, compare credentials and affiliations, and check whether the profile mentions accepting new patients.

Question 4

Are these pediatricians accepting new patients?

Accepted Answer

Profile detail on availability varies. Open a specific profile to see what each provider has published about new-patient access and typical wait times.

Pediatricians Accepting Independence Blue Cross in Columbus, OH

Jeanette Taveras, D.O.

Abdul Shahein, MD

Katherine Deans, MD

Dana Schwartz, MD

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