We bring minor urgent and routine pediatric care directly to your home or childcare/daycare provider. Services include treatment for common illnesses like fever, cough, rash, pink eye, stomach bugs, ear infections, and minor injuries. We also provide school, sports, and camp physicals, asthma and allergy support, nebulizer treatments, behavioral screenings, lab testing when appropriate, and follow-up visits.

There are certain conditions that we do not treat, including severe or life-threatening emergencies such as seizures, significant breathing difficulties, severe abdominal pain, ingestion of poison or foreign objects, severe dehydration, loss of consciousness, and lacerations requiring repair. For these issues, please seek immediate emergency care.

If your child has a life-threatening emergency such as trouble breathing, a seizure, a severe allergic reaction, or loss of consciousness, call 911 or go to the nearest emergency room immediately.

Yes. Prescriptions can be written if clinically appropriate and sent to your preferred pharmacy.

Some medication refills may require a visit to make sure treatment is still safe and effective.

For families who prefer self-pay, pricing is transparent:
In-home pediatric visit: $150
Same-day sibling add-on: $75 per child
Virtual visit: $45
Sports or camp physical: $50
10-minute consult call: $25

Self-pay means you pay directly at the time of service. Many families choose this option because it avoids delays and surprises from insurance billing. HSA and FSA cards are welcome.

We serve families in Oak Park, River Forest, Forest Park, Franklin Park, Melrose Park, Maywood, Broadview, Berwyn, Westchester, Elmwood Park, Hinsdale, and nearby suburbs and some parts of Chicago.

Send us a message with your zip code and we will let you know right away if we serve your area.

If you are outside of our service area, we may still be able to help through a virtual visit or referral.

You can schedule directly online at a time that works for your family. The system allows you to select your service, complete the intake forms, and receive email or text confirmations and reminders. You can also send us an email, and we’ll do our best to accommodate your scheduling needs.

If you don't see an appointment available and need a visit right away. Don’t worry! Just send us a message! Sometimes we have cancellations, and we will try our best to meet your scheduling needs.

Please ensure your child is ready for the visit and has any relevant medical records or medications on hand. A parent should be present during the visit, and we kindly ask that pets be secured to minimize distractions.

Our Administrative Office Hours:
Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM.

Clinical Visit Availability:
We offer flexible clinical hours to accommodate families including evenings and weekends because we understand that children often get sick outside of regular office hours.

• Weekday clinical visits: Appointments available from 7:00 AM to 8:00 PM
• Last appointment scheduled at 8:00 PM
• Weekend clinical visits: Appointments available from 7:00 AM to 8:00 PM
• Virtual appointments available until 11pm

Feel free to schedule here to view available dates and times that best fit your schedule.

We care for children and teens from ages 3 through 19. This covers everything from early school years through high school and beyond. We do not currently see infants under age 3, but we can recommend trusted providers who do.

Yes. Siblings can be seen together, and we offer discounted same-day sibling pricing (if self pay) to keep care affordable for families.

The provider comes equipped with portable tools, listens to your concerns, performs a full exam, and provides treatment. If prescriptions, labs, or follow-ups are needed, we arrange them on the spot. The visit ends with a clear care plan tailored for your child.

Yes. Secure telehealth visits are available for concerns such as rashes, medication questions, behavioral issues, and follow-ups.

Some conditions require in-person exams for safe care, and we will let you know if that is needed.

Yes. With parental and daycare consent, we can examine your child at daycare. Parents can join virtually if they cannot leave work. This avoids unnecessary pickups and keeps your child comfortable.

Yes. With your request and written consent, we will securely share your child’s visit notes with their primary pediatrician.

Little Steps is not a replacement for your child’s pediatrician we provide convenient care at home when the office is closed or when your family is between providers. Our goal is to work alongside your child’s medical home and keep health records complete and coordinated.

Yes. Common pediatric rapid tests such as strep, flu, RSV, and urine testing can be performed during a home visit. If more extensive testing is needed, we will provide a lab order to take to Quest or LabCorp.

Not just yet, but we’re planning to offer this in the future. We want to help you make informed decisions about vaccinations. Stay tuned for updates!

Yes. We are in-network with Blue Cross Blue Shield, Cigna, and UnitedHealthcare. Medicaid is not yet accepted but credentialing is underway.

Not yet.

We are actively working on Medicaid credentialing. Families with Medicaid can still be seen on a self-pay basis until credentialing is finalized.

We file claims directly to your insurance. If your deductible is not met or if your plan does not cover the visit in full, you will be responsible for the balance. Coverage depends on your specific policy and current insurance laws. We will provide a clear bill so you know exactly what you owe.

We’re here to complement your child’s current care by offering flexible evening and weekend hours, providing extra support when your provider is not available. 

Our goal is to assist you when you need it most, not to replace your pediatrician.

You can choose our flat-rate self-pay option. This can be faster and sometimes less expensive if you have a high deductible. Self-pay also ensures you know the exact cost of the visit upfront. If you have in-network insurance and choose not to use it, a consent form will need to be signed.

Yes! “Enhanced Health PLLC” is the legal business name of our practice. We operate under the name Little Steps Pediatric House Calls, that’s the name our families know and love.

If you’re checking insurance directories or calling your insurance company, you’ll likely see us listed as Enhanced Health PLLC (DBA Little Steps Pediatric House Calls).

DBA” stands for Doing Business As. It simply means that while our legal business name is Enhanced Health PLLC, we serve families under the name Little Steps Pediatric House Calls.

So when you see Enhanced Health PLLC DBA Little Steps Pediatric House Calls, it’s just the official way of saying: “Same trusted care, same provider just listed under our legal name for insurance purposes.” 

Rest assured, it’s still us, still Nurse Practitioner ShaTara, and still the same personalized care delivered to your home or via telehealth. ❤️

We accept debit and credit cards, HSA and FSA cards, and checks. We do not accept cash.

Yes. You can cancel or reschedule using the link in your appointment confirmation.

Please cancel early (12 hours or more before your appointment) when possible so we can open the slot for another family.

A 50% deposit is required at booking for self-pay visits and Deposits are non-refundable for cancellations made within 12 hours of your appointment