Pediatric Respiratory Services
Your child's well-being is our priority
Breathe easy with Pediatric Respiratory Services at Big Bear Academy PPEC. Our dedicated respiratory therapists specialize in caring for toddlers and older children, delivering crucial breathing treatments. From asthma to cystic fibrosis and a spectrum of respiratory issues, we provide tailored care to support your child's respiratory health. Trust our experts to ensure comprehensive and compassionate services, helping your child overcome respiratory challenges and breathe freely. Choose Big Bear Academy PPEC for excellence in pediatric respiratory care. Everything is covered by insurance.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is a PPEC?
- PPEC stands for Prescribed Pediatric Extended Care. These services provide a less restrictive, cost-effective alternative to expensive hospitalization or home health care. It reduces the isolation of home-bound programs, helping each child to achieve the highest quality of life possible.
- What qualifies a child for the PPEC program?
- Children who need nursing care every day and are unable to have their needs met by a typical school or day care and/or do not need to be in a hospital. Children who have been hospitalized or frequent emergency room visits for an ongoing or unresolved condition such as asthma or seizures.
- Who pays for these services?
- PPEC Services are covered by Medicaid once recommended by the child’s pediatrician through a prescription or letter of medical necessity. We also accept insurance and private pay. Our staff is happy to assist you with the enrollment process.
- What services do we offer?
- Our services include Pediatric Nursing Care, Transportation, Nutritional Food Program, Physical, Respiratory, Occupational, and Speech Therapy, Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), Special Education (provided by Miami Dade County Public Schools), Physician on Call, After School Program, Extracurricular Activities, and Social Services.
