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This policy statement aims to affirm the medical home as the ideal setting for pediatric acute care while recognizing alternatives.

May 19, 2026PEDIATRICS

Nonemergency Acute Care Delivered Outside of the Medical Home: Policy Statement

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This policy statement aims to affirm the medical home as the ideal setting for pediatric acute care while recognizing alternatives.
Affirmation of medical home for pediatric care
Assessment of acute care services outside the medical home
Evaluation of the benefits and limitations of various care settings
Pediatricians should be aware of alternative care options such as urgent care and telemedicine.
Acute care entities are encouraged to follow best practices for coordinated pediatric care.
Children and families may seek nonemergency care for improved accessibility and convenience.

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Policy statement affirms pediatric care should primarily occur in medical homes, suggesting alternatives can enhance accessibility.

Kafer et al. (2026) studied this question.

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