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Simply the best: Proudly ranked in 11 specialties

Children aren’t just little adults. They require specialized care that can only be offered by doctors, nurses and staff who are trained experts in pediatrics. That's why we’re proud to be named one of the best children’s hospitals in America by U.S. News & World Report, ranking in all 11 specialties. We are also the number 1 children’s hospital in Missouri. So, when your child needs care, you can be sure Children’s Mercy will provide the best – because simply, our patients deserve the best. Learn more about our rankings here.

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Your Year-End Gift Is Matched Up to $150,000!

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Choose Children’s Mercy During Open Enrollment

Open enrollment for the ACA Exchange/Marketplace occurs from Nov. 1, 2024 through Jan. 15, 2025. Find out which plans include Children’s Mercy as part of the provider network.

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Be an inFLUencer this flu season

Go viral in a good way – get your child’s flu shot as soon as it’s available! Ask your child’s primary care provider or visit our flu information page to find out more about the benefits of getting kids their flu shot.

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Developmental and Behavioral Health Research: Finding Answers to Tough Questions

Researchers from the Developmental and Behavioral Health Research Group at Children’s Mercy Research Institute search for answers and solutions to a variety of issues ranging from rising rates of depression to anxiety in children and adolescents to disparities in accessing mental health care.

Learn more about their studies