Become a New Patient
New Patients: Are We a Good Fit? | Mansfield Pediatrician
Choosing a pediatrician is an important decision. At Julie Tomberlin MD PA, we believe the best care happens when families and providers are aligned in their approach to children’s health.
We are a relationship-based, evidence-driven and integrative pediatric practice in Mansfield, TX, and we want to ensure our office is the right fit for your family before you get started.
Please review the information below carefully.
Our Philosophy
We believe excellent pediatric care is built on:
- Trust and open communication
- Shared decision-making
- Clear expectations
- A long-term partnership focused on your child’s health
If this approach resonates with your family, we would love to care for your child.
Preventive Care & Well Visits
We prioritize preventive care and require all patients to stay up to date on well visits.
Well visit schedule:
Newborn → 2 weeks → 1 month → 2 months → 4 months → 6 months → 9 months → 12 months → 15 months → 18 months → 2 years → 2.5 years → 3 years → yearly thereafter
These visits are essential for:
- Monitoring growth and development
- Preventive care and screenings
- Building a strong relationship with your provider
Chronic Condition Management
For children with ongoing conditions such as:
- Asthma
- ADHD
- Anxiety
- Eczema
We require regular follow-up visits.
Once stable, visits are typically every 3–6 months, depending on the condition. This ensures safe, effective, and proactive care.
Vaccination Policy
We are a vaccinating pediatric practice.
- We follow the AAP recommended vaccine schedule
- We do not offer alternative or delayed schedules
- Our providers vaccinate their own children according to this schedule
Vaccines are one of the most important ways we protect children from serious illness.
We are always happy to discuss questions and provide education, but maintaining an on-schedule vaccination plan is a requirement for being part of our practice.
For additional vaccine education: https://www.chop.edu/centers-programs/vaccine-education-center
Thoughtful Use of Antibiotics
We are committed to evidence-based antibiotic use.
- We do not prescribe antibiotics unless medically necessary
- We do not call in antibiotics without an evaluation
- We focus on educating families on appropriate treatment
This approach helps protect your child and reduces antibiotic resistance
Your Child’s Medical Home
As your Mansfield pediatric medical home, we ask that you:
- Contact our office first for most medical concerns
- Allow us to guide care before seeking urgent care or specialty care
- Partner with us in coordinating referrals when needed
We are here to help you make the best decisions for your child.
Communication & Technology
We use modern tools to make communication easy and efficient.
Families are expected to:
- Use the patient portal
- Respond to automated messages and reminders
- Utilize secure texting when appropriate
This allows us to provide timely, high-quality care.
Office Hours & After-Hours Care
Office Hours:
Monday–Friday: 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Closed evenings, weekends, and major holidays
After-hours calls to our office are routed to experienced pediatric nurses through the Children’s Health Nurse Advice Line, who can help guide your child’s care and coordinate with our team when needed.
Specialist Care
We believe in coordinated, thoughtful care.
Please:
- Contact our office before scheduling with a specialist
- Allow us to guide referrals when needed
- Request all specialist reports be sent to our office
This ensures continuity and the best outcomes for your child.
Appointments
Our care model is team-based to ensure timely access for your child.
- New patient visits and most routine care are scheduled with one of our experienced nurse practitioners
- Dr. Julie Tomberlin’s in-office schedule is limited, and she focuses on select visits, integrative consultations, and complex care needs
- We do not offer walk-in visits
This approach allows us to provide both accessible care and specialized physician involvement when needed.
Prescription Refills
- Requested during office hours
- Allow 3 business days (7 days for controlled medications)
Forms & Paperwork
- Please allow 7 business days for completion
- A form fee applies unless completed during a visit
Insurance & Payment
- We accept most major commercial insurance plans
- Payment is due at time of service (copays, deductibles, etc.)
- We accept credit cards, HSA/FSA cards, Apple Pay, and Google Pay
Please note:
- We do NOT accept Medicaid, CHIP, or Tricare
- We do not accept cash payments
- If you have questions about your specific plan, please contact our office
Appointment Policies
We value your time and the time of other families.
- Late arrivals: May need to be rescheduled
- No show fees:
$50 sick visit
$100 well/behavioral visit
Dismissal after 3 missed appointments - Late cancellations (<24 hours): $25 fee
Appointment reminders are a courtesy and should not be relied upon.
If This Feels Like the Right Fit…
We would love to welcome your family to our practice.
Step 1: Register Your Child
Complete your registration here:
https://webapp.yosicare.com/reskin/index.php
Step 2: Schedule Your First Appointment
Call or text our office at (682) 518-8111
We look forward to building a long-term relationship with your family and supporting your child’s health every step of the way.