# Merritt Pediatrics > Merritt Pediatrics is a concierge pediatric practice in San Antonio, Texas, led by board-certified pediatrician Christina Merritt, MD. Merritt Pediatrics operates on a membership-based, direct primary care model, where patients pay a monthly fee for services instead of billing insurance. This membership includes various visits, unlimited direct communication with Dr. Merritt, prescription refills, school forms, and in-office tests. Doctor visits at Merritt Pediatrics typically last about an hour, allowing comprehensive time to address each child's concerns. Follow-up communication with Dr. Merritt helps ensure positive patient outcomes. Parents can communicate directly with Dr. Merritt about various concerns via a HIPAA-compliant secure messaging app. After-hours services are also available via phone and messaging for urgent questions or concerns. Disclaimer: This information is for informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. ## Key Pages - [San Antonio Location](https://www.merrittpediatrics.com/san-antonio-tx) - [Contact Us](https://www.merrittpediatrics.com/contact-us) - [Schedule an Appointment](https://www.merrittpediatrics.com/schedule) - [Registration](https://www.merrittpediatrics.com/registration) - [Patient Visit Information](https://www.merrittpediatrics.com/visit) - [Pay Now](https://www.merrittpediatrics.com/pay-now) - [Blog](https://www.merrittpediatrics.com/blog-archive) ## Booking & Contact - [Schedule an Appointment](https://www.merrittpediatrics.com/schedule) - [Contact Us](https://www.merrittpediatrics.com/contact-us) - [Registration](https://www.merrittpediatrics.com/registration) - [Patient Visit Information](https://www.merrittpediatrics.com/visit) - [Pay Now](https://www.merrittpediatrics.com/pay-now) ## Providers - [Dr. Christina Merritt](https://www.merrittpediatrics.com/christina-merritt): General Pediatrics ## Services - [Allergies](https://www.merrittpediatrics.com/service/allergies) - [Asthma](https://www.merrittpediatrics.com/service/asthma) - [Newborn Care](https://www.merrittpediatrics.com/service/newborn-care) - [Well Child Exam](https://www.merrittpediatrics.com/service/well-child-exam) - [After Hours Care](https://www.merrittpediatrics.com/service/after-hours-care) - [ADHD](https://www.merrittpediatrics.com/service/adhd) - [Sports Physicals](https://www.merrittpediatrics.com/service/sports-physicals) - [Sick Visits](https://www.merrittpediatrics.com/service/sick-visits) - [Vaccines](https://www.merrittpediatrics.com/service/vaccines) - [Mental and Behavioral Health](https://www.merrittpediatrics.com/service/mental-and-behavioral-health) - [Medication Management](https://www.merrittpediatrics.com/service/medication-management) - [Ear Piercing](https://www.merrittpediatrics.com/service/ear-piercing) ## Policies - [Terms](https://www.merrittpediatrics.com/our-terms) - [Privacy Policy](https://www.merrittpediatrics.com/your-privacy) - [Accessibility Statement](https://www.merrittpediatrics.com/accessibility-statement) ## Patient Resources - [Well-Child Care: A Check-Up for Success](https://www.healthychildren.org/English/family-life/health-management/Pages/Well-Child-Care-A-Check-Up-for-Success.aspx) - [Ear Piercing Information (University of Michigan)](https://www.med.umich.edu/1libr/OTO/EarPiercing.pdf) ## Blog - [Blog Archive](https://www.johnmichelsmd.com/blog-archive) - [Blog Archive](https://www.moddoc.com/blog-archive) - [Blog Archive](https://merrittpediatrics.com/blog-archive) - [Blog Archive](https://www.merrittpediatrics.com/blog-archive)