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Children are at the heart of what we do, and clinicians are the foundation that makes it possible.
If you’re thinking about the future of your practice or your career, we’re ready to talk.

How We Support Your Practice

Running an independent pediatric practice comes with real clinical and operational demands. We partner with you to reduce that burden and strengthen performance across the business. You continue to lead patient care, while we provide the behind-the-scenes support that helps your practice stay strong and sustainable.

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Administrative & Operational Support

Playground offers flexible support across HR, payroll, finance, technology, and compliance, tailored to the realities of pediatric practices. Operational strategy and coaching give owner-physicians a steadier foundation, freeing up more time for patient care instead of back-office management.

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Payer Relations & Revenue Cycle Support

Playground provides focused expertise in payer relationships, contracting, and issue resolution so your team is not navigating insurers alone. Our revenue cycle support helps improve collections, visibility, and cash flow, while aligning processes across the organization to drive consistency and performance.

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Value-Based Pediatric Care Opportunities

Playground helps pediatric practices confidently participate in value-based care by focusing on what improves outcomes for children: quality, access, and coordinated care across Medicaid and commercial populations.

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Talent & Clinician Experience Support

Playground supports the growth of strong, reliable care teams by helping practices attract, onboard, and retain pediatric clinicians and staff. Our approach is designed to support long-term careers in pediatrics while fostering stability and continuity of care.

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Practice Growth & Access

Playground partners with you on strategic growth that expands access and adds services aligned to your community's needs. Each step is designed to deepen care for children and families without changing who you are.

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Succession Planning & Long-Term Stability

Playground partners with you on long-term financial and succession planning built around your goals and timeline. This support helps keep your practice locally owned, stable, and ready for the future.

The Impact of Partnering with Playground

Our model is designed to help pediatricians spend more time on patient care while building a more sustainable practice.

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More Time For Patient Care

Less time spent on administrative work, with more focus on patients and clinical care.

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Reduced Burnout

Operational support and shared resources help ease the day-to-day pressure of running a practice.

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Long-Term Practice Sustainability

Clear pathways for transition and continuity, without disruption to patients or staff.

See What Our Practice Partners Are Saying

"I ultimately chose to partner with Playground Pediatrics because of their thoughtful approach and genuine understanding of the sentimental value my practice holds. They made a clear and trustworthy commitment to preserving the culture we’ve built over the past 20 years and to continuing the high standard of patient care we’ve always provided."

Taner Esensoy MD, F.A.A.P., Founder, Rainbow Pediatrics of Fayetteville

"I chose to partner with Playground Pediatrics because I was seeking support in managing the complexities of running a practice without compromising its future. What stood out was their ability to provide HR, billing, and operational support while positioning the practice for long-term growth. The process felt daunting at first, but it was well worth it, and I couldn’t be happier with the outcome for both our team and our patients."

Helen-Louise Moore, MD, FAAP, FACP, President, Cornerstone Medical Associates
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Our Commitment To You

  • We protect your clinical decision-making.

  • We preserve your practice identity and community trust.

  • We prioritize care quality.

  • We value patient outcomes above short-term financial gain.

  • We build for long-term stewardship, not quick exits.
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Partnership starts with a confidential conversation. No pressure, just an honest exploration of whether Playground is the right fit. 

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Is Playground The Right Fit?

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Playground is a strong fit for independent pediatric groups that want to stay rooted in their communities while getting the support they need to navigate a more complex pediatric landscape.​

Ideal Partners Are Practices That:

  • Are independently owned, locally rooted, and committed to child‑first, relationship‑based care, with support that strengthens rather than replaces their model.

  • Feel the growing weight of billing, insurance, staffing, and administrative complexity and want an experienced partner to help carry that operational burden.

  • Are thinking ahead about the future of pediatrics, including value‑based care, clinician experience, recruitment, retirement, and succession, and want pediatric‑specific infrastructure to support long‑term stability for families. 

A confidential conversation can help you see what a partnership with Playground looks like in your practice and community.

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Frequently Asked Questions

We take time to understand your practice as a whole, including financial health, operations, growth opportunities, and your goals for the future. Partnerships are structured collaboratively to reflect the value of your practice today and support long‑term stability and growth.

Your care team remains central to your practice. We provide HR support, workforce development, and recruiting to strengthen your team over time. As the practice grows, some roles and structures may evolve, but our goal is to support your people and improve long-term retention by reducing operational stress.

We bring pediatric-specific tools, data infrastructure, and support for quality measurement, care coordination, and payer contracting. Whether you're just starting to explore value-based arrangements or already managing risk contracts, we tailor support to where you are and help you succeed without shouldering the entire administrative burden alone.

Partnership timelines vary. Typically, we start with a confidential conversation to understand your goals and challenges, then co-design a partnership structure that works for your practice. Implementation is gradual, with an emphasis on continuity for your patients and staff. Many practices begin to see operational relief within the first few months.

You'll have access to a dedicated support team with expertise across operations, revenue cycle, payer relations, and value-based care. You're never navigating challenges alone—and you'll always have direct access to people who understand pediatrics.

Protect Independent Pediatrics. Strengthen What Comes Next.

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If you are exploring a future that protects clinical autonomy, preserves your identity, and invests in care, we invite you to start a confidential conversation.

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