Witham Pediatrics COVID-19 Practice Updates

In light of the continuously changing impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic, Witham Pediatrics offers the following updates to ensure the continued care of our patients and their families while practicing optimal social distancing to "flatten the curve" of the Coronavirus outbreak:

COVID-19 Diagnosis and Treatment

• We are not a test site for COVID-19. We will not be able to diagnose or confirm Coronavirus cases in the office.
• Patients with suspected symptoms of COVID-19 should call our office at 765-485-8900 (Lebanon) or 317-768-2222 (Anson) if they have concerns, but may also call the Witham Coronavirus Hotline at 765-485-8777.

Visiting Our Office

• No patients, parents, or caregivers with any symptoms of illness may enter our office without an appointment
• No siblings may accompany patients to appointments
• We strongly encourage parents or caregivers who are considered at higher risk for COVID-19 (the elderly, people with pre-existing medical conditions) to stay out of the office
• If you need to pick up prescriptions, samples, or other required documents or supplies, please call the office at 765-485-8900 (Lebanon) or 317-768-2222 (Anson) to coordinate the best time for your visit

Well Visit Appointments

• If you have a well exam scheduled but have concerning symptoms such as fever or cough, you will be asked to reschedule your visit
• Well visit appointments will be scheduled in the morning only
• Only one healthy caregiver may accompany patients to well exams

Sick Visit Appointments

• All patients with fever or symptoms of respiratory illness (cough, congestion, sneezing, shortness of breath, etc) will be triaged by our doctors and nurses by phone
• Sick visit appointments will be scheduled in the afternoon only
• Only one caregiver may accompany patients to sick visits

Telehealth Appointments

• Your child’s appointment may be converted to a virtual video visit in order to allow us to continue their care from the safety of your home

We appreciate your patience and concern during this pandemic. We remain firm in our commitment to providing your children with the best possible care.