TENNderCARE Well-Child Visits
TENNderCARE is a full program of check ups and health care services for children who have TennCare. These services make sure babies, children, teens and young adults receive the health care they need. Good health begins at birth, so it's important to Check In, Check Up and Check Back.
To find out how to schedule an appointment for your child/children, click on the links below:
Check In
Call your doctor or TennCare health plan today to schedule an appointment. The check ups and other services are done by doctors, dentists and other health professionals.
What does TENNderCARE provide?
- Free well-child check ups
- Dental check ups and services
- Medical treatment
- Behavioral health services
Where do you take your child to get their check up?
- Your child's doctor (Primary Care Provider)
- Your local health department
Do you need help making an appointment?
- Call your doctor or TennCare health plan
Do you need transportation to your appointment?
- Call your TennCare health plan
Check Up
Call your child's doctor, TennCare health plan or local health department today to schedule an appointment. The check ups and other services are done by doctors, dentists and other health care professionals.
TENNderCARE Provides
- Free well-child check ups
- Dental check ups and services
- Medical treatment
- Behavioral health services
What will happen at the check up?
- Health History
- Complete Physical Exam
- Lab Tests (as appropriate)
- Immunizations
- Vision/Hearing Screening
- Developmental/Behavioral Screening (as appropriate)
- Advice on how to keep your child healthy
Check Up Schedule
Check Back
Check back for:
- A follow up appointment (if needed)
- Your next scheduled visit
- Any new health problem that comes up
What if there is a problem?
TennCare will cover services needed to find or treat medical problems.
To schedule a TENNderCARE visit, call your doctor or PCP. If you don't have a doctor, your local health department can help.
