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Pediatric Cardiac Monitoring
Children with cardiac conditions may require ongoing observation and specialized support throughout the day. At Florida Pediatric Care Center, our trained pediatric care team provides attentive cardiac monitoring for children who need additional medical supervision as part of their individualized care plan. We understand that managing a child’s heart condition can be challenging for families.
- Individualized cardiac monitoring based on each child’s needs
- Close observation of heart rate and vital signs
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Specialized Cardiac Monitoring for Children
Our team works closely with parents, physicians, and healthcare professionals to monitor your child’s condition, recognize changes in their health, and provide a safe and supportive care environment. Our goal is to help children receive the medical attention they need while continuing to participate in therapy, learning, developmental activities, and social interaction.
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Comprehensive Cardiac Monitoring & Support
Our cardiac monitoring services are designed to provide children with attentive medical supervision while giving families greater confidence and peace of mind.
When prescribed, our team closely monitors heart rate, oxygen saturation, and other relevant vital signs to help observe changes in your child’s condition.
Every child receives care based on their specific cardiac needs, medical history, physician recommendations, and individualized care plan.
Our trained pediatric care professionals provide attentive support for children who require additional cardiac observation during the day.
Our team remains attentive to changes in vital signs, behavior, activity, or overall condition and conveys concerns through appropriate channels.
We provide care for children with congenital and acquired heart conditions and other medical needs that may require ongoing cardiac observation.
Parents and caregivers remain an important part of the care team. We maintain communication regarding their child’s care, progress, and overall well-being.
Care for Children With Cardiac Needs
Our cardiac monitoring services may support children with a variety of cardiac conditions and related medical needs, including:
- Congenital heart conditions
- Acquired heart conditions
- Heart rhythm disorders
- Complex cardiac conditions
- Post-cardiac procedure care
- Children requiring ongoing vital-sign monitoring
- Cardiac conditions associated with developmental or medical complexity
- Other cardiac needs identified by a child’s healthcare provider
Each child’s care is individualized according to their medical needs and prescribed plan.
Who Qualifies for PPEC
Getting Started With Cardiac Monitoring
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Contact Florida Pediatric Care Centers (PPEC) facility to schedule an initial consultation and the tour of our facility.
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During the consultation, PPEC staff will assess your child’s medical history and needs, and determine if they are eligible for PPEC services.
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If your child qualifies for PPEC services, facility will work with you to develop an individualized plan that meets their unique needs.
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Work with your child’s healthcare team and the PPEC facility to coordinate any necessary medical equipment, medications, and supplies.
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Once your child’s care plan is in place, they can begin attending Prescribed Pediatric Extended Care services at the facility for up to 12 hours a day.
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As your child’s needs change, the care plan can be adjusted to ensure they receive the highest level of care, confidence and support.
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Other PPEC Services Included in Extended Care
Medical Daycare
Our PPEC medical daycare offers comprehensive care & support to medically fragile children in a nurturing & engaging environment. We help children with complex medical needs achieve optimal health & development.
Behavioral Therapy
Ensuring that young children can manage their ever-changing emotions is critical to their overall health. Our experts dive into these emotions and guide children to positive thoughts and feelings.
Physical Therapy
We help children struggling with functional movement and balance. They will learn how to manage various challenges and how they can improve. We also tailor programs to muscle tone issues, hand-eye coordination, and more.
Speech Therapy
Our speech therapy service helps little ones uncover their hidden voice. Speech therapists work with young children to improve their articulation, cognitive and social communication skills.
Occupational Therapy
Occupational therapy acts as a critical stepping stone to prepare little ones for their journey to the big world. Children learn how to perform everyday tasks after an evaluation of fine motor skills and daily habits.
Free Transportation
We offer free transportation to all PPEC families anywhere in South Florida! We will happily send a vehicle with one of our staff members to accompany your child to and from our PPEC center.
Recreational Activities
Fun activities are a core part of our program. Our goal is for every child to be happily engaged on a daily basis. Our activities include holiday events, catered lunches, birthday parties, Disney+, games, tablets, Nintendo Switch, and more!
Specialized Education
Education will always be a priority at Florida Pediatric Care Centers. We work with special education teachers to provide individualized learning services for our children, ensuring that every child reaches their full potential.
Frequently Asked Questions
Pediatric cardiac monitoring involves observing a child’s heart rate and other relevant vital signs when prescribed as part of their medical care plan.
We may support children with congenital heart conditions, acquired heart conditions, rhythm disorders, complex cardiac needs, and other conditions requiring additional monitoring.
Depending on the child’s condition and physician’s orders, monitoring may involve devices such as pulse oximeters or other prescribed equipment.
At Florida Pediatric Care
Centers, we specialize in caring for children with complex medical needs, including those with developmental delays or disabilities. Our team of healthcare professionals are trained to handle many combinations of medical needs. We work together to provide personalized care plans that address each child’s unique needs, including specialized therapies, nursing care, and education services.
Medicaid eligibility is complex and varies from state to state, taking into account factors like family size and specific medical needs. We would recommend reaching out to your local Medicaid office or a social worker for the most current and accurate information regarding income limits for qualifying for PPEC services with Medicaid.
Give Your Child the Specialized Care They Deserve
When your child needs specialized medical or developmental support, having the right care team can make all the difference. At Florida Pediatric Care Centers, we combine skilled pediatric care, therapy, compassion, and family support in one welcoming environment.