| SIC Codes: | 8011 |
| NAICS Codes: | 621111 |
Pediatricians provide medical care for infants, children, adolescents, and young adults. About 60,000 general pediatricians and 20,000 pediatric subspecialists practice in the US, according to the American Medical Association.
Demand for pediatricians is driven primarily by demographics. The profitability of pediatrics practices depends on the quality of the staff as well as health care reimbursement rates. Large practices may be able to leverage the costs of administrative staff and equipment, while small or solo practices may provide a more personalized patient experience and allow doctors more control.
Pediatricians diagnose and treat illnesses and injuries, provide immunizations, and track patients' growth to adulthood. Some specialize in surgery or treating particular conditions affecting children.