Emergencies
If an emergency should arise, please call 911.
In the case of minor emergencies, please call our office first and we will work you into the schedule as quickly as possible. However, some minor emergencies may require ER evaluation.
After Hours
If an emergency should arise, please call 911. Emergencies are considered to be those conditions that are life-threatening.
Appointments
We will do our best to stay on schedule; however, please remember that some patients may take longer than anticipated or we may be treating an emergency. We ask for your patience during those times and assure you that we will do all that we can to get to you in a timely manner. As time is important to all of us, if you are late for your appointment, you may be asked to reschedule to a later time or date.
Expecting?
We also recommend the following timeline as a planner for key health care decisions you can make for your child.
Two weeks to one month before your child is born: Register at the hospital. PineyWoods Pediatrics, P.A. is affiliated with both Nacogdoches Medical Center and Nacogdoches Memorial Hospital. When you register at the hospital, please let them know the name of the pediatrician you selected if you’re unsure, just say “PineyWoods Pediatrics”, so that your baby will be seen by one of our physicians. You do not have to register your child ahead of time at PineyWoods Pediatrics, but we do encourage a prenatal visit.
When your child is born: Your physician will follow your child's progress each day in the hospital.
Sick Visits
- when your child should start to get better and what the plan would be if he or she isn't feeling better (should you just call or return for a recheck);
- signs or symptoms that might indicate that your child is getting worse;
- when you should return for a follow-up appointment (this is especially important for more chronic conditions like asthma and allergies);
- how long you should take any prescribed medications and their side effects;
- when your child will no longer be contagious and can return to daycare or school.
Walk-Ins
PineyWoods Pediatrics, P.A. offers convenient clinic hours for sick visits!
What is Board Certification?
What Payment Types are Accepted?
PineyWoods Pediatrics will gladly file claims to your insurance company on your behalf. All co-pays, co-insurances, and deductibles are due at the time of service. Any prior balances should also be paid at this time. Late fees will be applied.
For our non-insurance patients, payment in full is expected at the time of service unless other arrangements have been made. For your convenience, we have established a number of payment options, including: cash payments, personal checks and credit cards (MasterCard, Visa, American Express or Discover), and online through the patient portal.
Breastfeeding
Moriah Riggins is board certified as a pediatric nurse practitioner and certified lactation consultant. She specializes in the clinical management of breastfeeding and is available to help new mothers meet their breastfeeding goals.
Insurance
PineyWoods Pediatrics will gladly file claims to your insurance company on your behalf.
All co-pays, co-insurances, and deductibles are due at the time of service. Any prior balances should also be paid at this time. Late fees will be applied.
For our non-insurance patients, payment in full is expected at the time of service unless other arrangements have been made.
If you are experiencing financial hardship, please speak with the office manager prior to seeing Dr. Huggins, Dr. Barnette or Mrs. Riggins.
Where is PineyWoods Pediatrics Located?
Our accessible, state-of-the-art office is designed to provide a friendly environment for your child’s medical, developmental and emotional well-being.
We’re located in the heart of Nacogdoches at 3614 N. University Drive.
What is the proper medication dosage?
These charts for Acetaminophen and Ibuprofen provide guidance on dosing for children of different ages/weights. If you have questions about administering medications of any kind, please call 936.560.9000. Don't give Acetaminophen to a baby under 3 months of age without a doctor's approval. Do not administer Ibuprofen to children under 6 months of age.
2. Use the updated dosing concentration. (160mg/5ml)
3. Always use the measuring device that comes with the medicine.
4. The proper dose is based on weight, not age.
5. Other medicines may also contain acetominophen. Make sure not to give acetominophen to these children as it could create a dangerous overdose.
