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Your Child's Visit

We know you have much on your mind as you prepare for your visit.

To make the experience as comfortable as possible for you and your loved one in our care, we offer a variety of services to support patients, families, and their visitors during their time at the hospital and in the surrounding community.
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New visitor guidelines
To protect the health of our patients and their families, we are limiting the number of public entrances and number of visitors allowed into our facilities.
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Before your child's visit

Driving directions, parking, and map for Stead Family Children's Hospital
Driving directions, parking, and map for Stead Family Children's Hospital
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Schedule or manage your child's appointment
Schedule or manage your child's appointment
Do you need to schedule, have questions or need to cancel an appointment? Call, submit requests online, or use MyChart to manage your care.
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How to prepare for your child's visit
How to prepare for your child's visit
We want you and your child to be prepared for the tests or procedures they may be having as part of their visit.
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During your child's visit

Whether you are visiting Stead Family Children's Hospital, or an outreach location in another city, we provide access to the same great resources to aid in your patient or visitor experience.

Places to eat at Stead Family Children's Hospital
Places to eat at Stead Family Children's Hospital
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Guest and concierge
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Call 1-319-678-5500
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Billing, Insurance, and Financial Assistance
Billing, Insurance, and Financial Assistance
Pay your bill, receive a patient estimate, explore hospital pricing, or ask a question of a patient financial services representative.
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Managing your care, medical records, and MyChart
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Ongoing medical care, education, and support
Anytime before, during, or after your visit, you are welcome to contact the professionals in our support and spiritual care service.

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