The Florida Chapter of the American Academy of Pediatrics (FCAAP) today released updates to “FCAAP Recommendations Regarding Schools During the COVID-19 Pandemic” – a white paper to assist Florida’s school superintendents as they operate schools in their districts...
Introducing FCAAP Trainee Tips
As many pediatric trainees can attest, the road to becoming a pediatrician is full of questions. To help, the Florida Chapter of the American Academy of Pediatrics has created FCAAP’s Trainee Tips, an educational series for pediatric trainees offering advice on topics...
Pediatricians & the COVID-19 Vaccine
FCAAP Members: Join FCAAP at 6:30pm ET on Tuesday, December 29, 2020, for a discussion with Florida State Surgeon General and Secretary of Health, Dr. Scott Rivkees.
#IGotTheShot
FCAAP Members, As many of you are receiving the COVID-19 vaccine in the coming days and weeks, FCAAP is joining a nationwide campaign to raise visibility and promote positive messaging around the vaccine. Please consider sharing a photo or video of yourself receiving...
Coding Changes for 2021 – What You Need to Know
By now you have likely heard about the numerous changes to the 2021 Current Procedural Terminology (CPT®) code set which will take effect on January 1, 2021. These include changes to the code set for office and other outpatient evaluation and management (E/M) services (e.g., 99203, 99213), as well as code sets that are important for pediatrics.
FCAAP Forum Series – 2021
By popular demand, FCAAP will continue hosting its Florida Health Care Provider Forum Series in 2021. A new 30-minute session will be hosted at 12:30pm ET (11:30am CT) on the 3rd Thursday of each month beginning in January. We want to know what topics you want to hear...
Florida Pediatric Foundation Supports No Kid Hungry Florida this Holiday Season
Did you know that 1 in 4 children in the United States could face hunger this year because of the coronavirus? Florida’s kids need us. Feeding America estimates that 22.7% of children in Florida under age 18 are living in households that experienced limited or...
Happy Thanksgiving!
This year more than ever, FCAAP is grateful for the continued support of our members and community. Thank you for all you do to support Florida’s children. Wishing you a safe, healthy, and very Happy Thanksgiving! FCAAP offices will be closed Thursday, November 26 and...
FCAAP Releases November Updates to White Paper Regarding Schools During the COVID-19 Pandemic
The Florida Chapter of the American Academy of Pediatrics (FCAAP) today released updates to “FCAAP Recommendations Regarding Schools During the COVID-19 Pandemic” - a white paper to assist Florida’s school superintendents as they operate schools in their districts...
FCAAP President Dr. Lisa Gwynn Explains Why It’s Important to Keep Your Child’s Shots Up-to-Date
The COVID-19 pandemic has changed life as we know it. Many families have done the right thing to prevent the spread of the coronavirus by wearing masks, practicing social distancing, washing hands more often, and staying home as much as possible, which has been...


