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Your Partner in Pediatric Health Coverage

We’ll assist you in verifying your insurance and identifying requirements, deductibles, and co-payments. We never turn down a patient because we’re dedicated to helping every child get healthy.

In addition to being a mission based organization, LuskinOIC is a pediatric provider working with the following insurance health plans and medical groups.

Accepted Insurance

Luskin Orthopaedic Institute for Children accepts the following insurance:

Fee-for-Service Medi-Cal
Manage Care (HMO) Medi-Cal Medicare
Group Health (HMO)
Private Pay (PPO)
United Healthcare
Aetna Health of California
Blue Cross of California
Blue Shield of California
Blue Shield Promise (Care 1st)
CalOptima
Cigna Healthcare of California, Inc.
Health Net
LA CARE Health Plan
Molina Healthcare
TriCare West

Health Care Partners

Alta Hospitals Systems
Alta Los Angeles Hospitals, Inc.
Avanti Hospital
Beverly Hospital
Citrus Valley Medical Center
Dignity Health Hospitals
Korean American Medical Group
Medpoint Management
Regal Medical Group, Inc. aka Heritage Lakeside
Southern California Hospital, Culver City, Hollywood, Van Nuys
St. Vincent Medical Center
Valley Presbyterian Hospital
UCLA Medical Group

Uninsured/ Underinsured

If a child does not have medical insurance and is in need of orthopaedic surgery we want to help. A financial screening can be conducted to determine if they are eligible for financial assistance.

Knowing When to Seek Care for Your Child: A Guide from LuskinOIC

As a parent, your top priority is keeping your child safe and healthy. But when your child is sick or injured, it can be hard to know what level of care they need. Should you call your pediatrician, visit urgent care, or head straight to the emergency department?

When to Call Your Pediatrician or Visit Urgent Care

For non-emergencies, your child’s pediatrician or a pediatric urgent care center is often the best place to start. If your child’s doctor isn’t available—such as during evenings or weekends—urgent care can provide fast, effective treatment. Contact your pediatrician or visit urgent care if your child has:

A fever lasting more than 3 days
A fever over 102°F for more than 2 days in an infant, without a clear cause
Symptoms of COVID-19 (fever, dry cough, runny nose)
Minor injuries like sprains, strains, or swelling
Cuts that may need stitches
Minor burns
Nausea, vomiting, or diarrhea
Bladder or urinary tract infections
Cold symptoms, coughs, or sore throats
Earaches or sinus pain
Skin concerns like rashes or irritation

You may also have access to virtual urgent care for non-emergency issues, allowing your child to be seen by a provider from home. Check if pediatric virtual urgent care services are available in your area.

When to Go to the Emergency Department

If your child is seriously injured or ill—especially if the condition may be life-threatening or needs immediate attention—take them to the emergency department (ED). Seek emergency care if your child:

Is extremely drowsy, hard to wake, or behaving unusually
Is experiencing severe or constant pain
Has trouble breathing, or is breathing rapidly or deeply
Has a suspected broken bone, a visibly deformed limb, or a lot of swelling and pain
Has a deep or large cut, a cut that won’t stop bleeding after 10 minutes of pressure, or a wound on the head, chest, or abdomen
Sustains a head injury that causes vomiting, confusion, a severe headache, or loss of consciousness
Falls from a significant height
Ingests a harmful substance or medication
- If your child is alert, call Poison Control at 1-800-222-1222
- If your child is unresponsive, having trouble breathing, or has collapsed, call 911
Is under 2 months old and has a fever of 100.4°F (38°C) or higher (call your doctor first)
Has a high fever along with a stiff neck or headache
Has a fever along with a widespread purple or red rash
Shows signs of severe dehydration (no wet diapers, sunken eyes, dry mouth, weakness, or inability to drink or respond)

Your child’s health matters. When in doubt, trust your instincts—and don’t hesitate to seek care. LuskinOIC is here to support your family with trusted pediatric expertise every step of the way.