Children's Hospital Colorado

ParentSmart Healthline: Answering Your Pediatric Medical Questions 24/7

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Wouldn't it be great if you could talk to a nurse from the comfort of your home any time you had a health question about your child or newborn? When you call Children's Hospital Colorado ParentSmart Healthline™ at 720-777-0123, you can speak with registered pediatric nurses.

ParentSmart is there for you 24/7, providing access pediatric experts and peace of mind.

The ParentSmart Healthline has been serving families in the Rocky Mountain region for nearly 20 years and receives over 30,000 calls a year. Experienced pediatric nurses provide telephone triage and in-depth information on numerous pediatric topics.

Callers are offered support and education based on pediatrician-approved guidelines. ParentSmart also provides information on community resources and can help you find a reputable physician in your area.

Call our ParentSmart Healthline to speak with an experienced pediatric nurse 24/7 at either 720-777-0123 or 1-855-543-4636 (KID-INFO).

How do our resources help parents and caregivers?

When you call our ParentSmart Healthline, nurses offer support and clear direction to care for an ill child in their home. When necessary, parents are referred to an appropriate pediatric care facility. Sometimes, for many worried parents, hearing a calm, compassionate voice in the middle of the night is the only thing that matters.

Caregivers can also download ChildrensMD, our free mobile app. It provides care guides that help you make smart decisions on what level of care (if any) is needed and how to provide speedy symptom relief for minor illnesses or injuries.

Children's Colorado ParentSmart Healthline facts

  • All guidance given by our nurses is compatible with American Academy of Pediatrics and pediatric telephone guidelines used in most pediatric offices.
  • ParentSmart provides quality guidance and has some of the lowest emergency room referral rates in the nation, allowing families to avoid unnecessary visits to the ER.
  • Due to licensing constraints, our Registered Nurses are not permitted to provide guidance over the phone to families in the following states:
    • Alabama
    • Alaska
    • California
    • Connecticut
    • District of Columbia
    • Hawaii
    • Illinois
    • Indiana
    • Michigan
    • Nevada
    • New Jersey
    • New York
    • Ohio
    • Oregon
    • Rhode Island
    • Vermont
    • Washington
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