MISSION
The Council on Community Pediatrics promotes, supports, and guides the dimensions of pediatric care that address the health needs of all children in the community.

VISION
To improve the health of all children and families in their communities, reduce health disparities, and promote health equity as a basic right.

RECENT NEWS Immigrant Health Policy Statement published in Pediatrics Providing Care for Immigrant, Migrant, and Border Children focuses on practice strategies to support diverse immigrant children. Recommendations promote improved access to health care and protection from trauma for immigrant children. View Policy Statement AAP Medicaid Payment Increase Information The AAP encourages all eligible pediatricians to sign up for the 2013 Medicaid payment increase. As of January 1, 2013, Medicaid payment rates are raised to at least Medicare rates for primary care and immunization services. Learn more about eligibility and signing up in your state. Community Pediatrics Policy Statement published in Pediatrics Community Pediatrics: Navigating the Intersection of Medicine, Public Health, addresses the pediatrician’s role in promoting the health and well-being of all children in the context of their families and communities. View Policy Statement