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Primary and Preventive Health Services

Prior to enrollment, you will have selected a primary care physician for your child. The following benefits are available through your child’s primary care physician listed on the Keystone ID Card:
  • Treatment for illness and injury
  • Physical examinations
  • Routine pediatric care, including well-baby visits
  • For female members, routine gynecological examinations and Pap smears. Services are available through a primary care physician or participating gynecologist—no referral necessary.
  • Immunizations (except those required for travel or work)
  • Hearing screening for diagnostic purposes
  • Routine allergy injections
  • Vision screening
  • Office visits during and after regular office hours, including emergency visits, and home visits when medically necessary
  • Referrals to a specialist for medically necessary care

 
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