Kids Central Pediatrics
Quick Facts
| Practice Type | Hybrid |
| Location | West Knoxville, Lenoir City, Oak Ridge, Maryville, Knoxville, Farragut, Hardin Valley, Karns, Amherst, Concord, Countryside, Cedar Grove, Friendsville, Alcoa, Binfield, Eagleton Village, Lanier, Louisville, Melrose, Rockford, Springfield, Walland, Wellsville, Wildwood, Clinton, Heiskell, Briceville, Powell, Norris, Andersonville |
| Doctors | Evelynn Baker MD, Pediatrics, Liz Contreras MD, Pediatrics, Clifford James III MD, Pediatrics + 1 more |
| Year Founded | 2002 |
| Telehealth Type | Telemedicine consultations |
| Insurance Accepted | Aetna Choice POS II, Aetna HMO, Aetna Manage Choice POS, Aetna Meritain Health, Aetna Open Choice PPO, Allied Benefit Systems, All Savers, BlueCross BlueShield Federal, BlueCross BlueShield of TN Network P and Network S, BlueCross BlueShield Out of State, CHAMPVA, Cigna HMO, Cigna Local Plus, Cigna POS, Cigna PPO, Employee Benefit Management Services, GEHA, Golden Rule, HealthScope Benefits, Humana HMO, Humana POS, Humana PPO, Multiplan/PHCS PPO, Priority Health, SouthEast Laborers Health Fund, Surest, Tricare – Humana Government, United Healthcare Commercial, United Medical Resource (UMR), US Health Group, Cigna Connect (Individual Family Plans), Cigna Connect Bronze (5400), Cigna Connect Bronze (6500), Cigna Connect Bronze (7000), Cigna Connect Gold (1300), Cigna Connect Silver (3500), Cigna Connect Silver (4570) |
| Telehealth Available | Yes |
About
At Kids Central Pediatrics, four board-certified pediatricians serve children across four clinic locations in the greater Knoxville area. Dr. Clifford James III founded the practice with a clear vision: a pediatric office that children genuinely enjoy visiting. The Oak Ridge clinic has served local families since 2002. The practice now operates in West Knoxville, Lenoir City, Oak Ridge, and Maryville.
Kids Central Pediatrics takes an evidence-based approach and puts family at the center of every visit. Providers build lasting relationships with each patient and learn their full health history. The practice handles everything from newborn care and well visits to ADHD assessments, allergy management, asthma care, and adolescent health. Same-day sick visits and telemedicine keep access simple. The Oak Ridge clinic also offers KCP Care, a concierge membership program that includes unlimited visits, all office-based labs, chronic disease management, and after-hours telephone guidance.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Each clinic location accepts patients with some variation by age and insurance. The West Knoxville clinic accepts newborns through age five with private insurance. The Lenoir City clinic accepts new patients age eleven and under. The Oak Ridge clinic accepts newborns with private insurance. The Maryville clinic is currently accepting new patients. Families can schedule online or call the location closest to them.
Yes, all Kids Central Pediatrics locations offer same-day sick visits. Families can schedule online or call their clinic directly to request a prompt appointment for non-life-threatening illnesses or injuries.
Yes, Kids Central Pediatrics offers telemedicine consultations. Virtual visits give families a convenient option for follow-ups and non-urgent concerns without coming into the clinic.
KCP Care is a concierge membership program available exclusively through the Oak Ridge clinic. Dr. Clifford James and Melvin D. Sisco, PA lead the program. Members receive unlimited well and sick visits, all office-based labs and point-of-care testing, developmental and behavioral screenings, chronic disease management, telemedicine consultations, after-hours telephone guidance, medical forms, and care coordination with specialists. Contact the Oak Ridge clinic at 865-483-5678to learn about enrollment.
Kids Central Pediatrics accepts most major commercial insurance plans. Families can contact the billing team at 865-298-5017 with specific insurance questions or visit the insurance and billing section of the practice website.
Yes, the practice offers ADHD assessment and behavioral health support. Families can also complete an online ADHD assessment through the practice website before scheduling an appointment.
Yes, Kids Central Pediatrics provides allergy screening and management. The practice offers an online allergy assessment tool families can complete in advance. Dr. Liz Contreras at the Maryville clinic has a particular focus on testing and treating allergies.
Kids Central Pediatrics operates four clinic locations: West Knoxville, Oak Ridge, Lenoir City, and Maryville. Each location has its own dedicated team of providers and accepts patients from the surrounding community.
Yes, the practice includes lactation and breastfeeding support among its services. New parents can ask about this support when scheduling their newborn's first visits.
Yes, care coordination with specialists is a standard part of what Kids Central Pediatrics provides. The KCP Care membership at the Oak Ridge clinic includes formal care coordination as part of the membership benefits.
Practice last updated August 19, 2026