Capitol Medical Group 2026: Portal, Pediatrics & Hours

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Chevy Chase pediatric guide · Birth through age 21

Choose the Right CMG Visit Before You Walk In, Request a Form or Pay a Bill

Capitol Medical Group provides pediatric care for newborns, children, teenagers and young adults from one Chevy Chase office serving families throughout Montgomery County and the Washington, D.C. area.

This guide explains regular hours, the 7 a.m. sick-child walk-in service, same-day appointments, after-hours calls, insurance exclusions, 2026 card-on-file rules, school-form deadlines, vaccine policy, lactation support and medical-record fees.

Find a pediatric provider Open the patient portal Choose the right visit
Medical emergency: Call 911 for severe breathing trouble, blue or gray skin, uncontrolled bleeding, loss of consciousness, major trauma, a severe allergic reaction, a prolonged seizure or another potentially life-threatening condition.
Pediatric versus adult office: Pediatrics uses Suite 201 and telephone 301-907-3960. Capitol Medical Group Adult Medicine uses Suite 220 and telephone 301-304-8800.
Pediatric ages

Birth through 21 years.

Weekday office

8 a.m.-5 p.m.

Early walk-in

Monday-Friday, 7-8 a.m.

Main phone

301-907-3960

Location

8401 Connecticut Ave., Suite 201.

Start with the correct care path

Which Capitol Medical Group visit should your child use?

BEFORE HOURS · 7-8 A.M. Simple new sick symptom

Use the weekday walk-in service for a relatively simple acute problem such as fever, ear pain, sore throat, cough or pink eye.

Do not use it for a chronic problem, complex evaluation, long-standing symptom, routine physical or paperwork appointment.
SCHEDULED OR SAME-DAY VISIT Routine, preventive or more complex care

Call or use the portal for well visits, developmental concerns, medication follow-up, chronic conditions, vaccines, mental-health concerns and same-day sick appointments later in the day.

Best when the clinician needs more time, history review, forms, testing or follow-up planning.
911 OR EMERGENCY DEPARTMENT Potentially dangerous symptoms

Do not wait for the office, answering service or portal when the child has signs of a medical emergency.

Use now for severe breathing difficulty, unconsciousness, major trauma, uncontrolled bleeding, severe allergic reaction or blue skin.

Go directly to the parent task you need

The important office rules are explained inside this page rather than hidden behind a collection of unexplained links.

Office and telephone schedule

Capitol Medical Group hours, address and direct contacts

Use the schedule that matches the service you need
Service Published time Contact or address Important detail
Regular pediatric office Monday-Friday, 8 a.m.-5 p.m. 8401 Connecticut Ave., Suite 201 Provider schedules can differ from building hours.
Saturday care 8:30 a.m.-noon 301-907-3960 Saturday is listed for same-day appointments.
Regular phone hours Monday-Friday, 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m.; Saturday, 8 a.m.-noon 301-907-3960 Call before the phone line closes for forms, referrals, records or billing routing.
Before Hours walk-in Monday-Friday, 7-8 a.m. Suite 201 For relatively simple acute pediatric symptoms.
After-hours urgent call When the office is closed 301-907-3960, option 7 An RN can page the on-call provider when necessary.
Pediatric fax Business use 301-652-4933 Verify the recipient before sending protected health information.
Pediatric billing Business hours 240-482-1544 The office also lists 240-482-1545 for billing inquiries.
Conflicting template warning: An older generic “working hours” page on the website contains unrelated placeholder information. Use the official Contact Us page and appointment confirmation as the reliable schedule.
Same-day pediatric decision guide

How Capitol Medical Group sick-child care works

Before Hours walk-in

Weekdays from 7-8 a.m. for relatively simple acute symptoms.

Daytime same-day visit

Call or use the portal when the child needs a later appointment or a more complete evaluation.

Saturday same-day visit

Saturday morning appointments are available based on same-day scheduling and capacity.

Before Hours is generally designed for

New fever
Ear pain
Sore throat
Cough
Pink eye
Another uncomplicated acute symptom

Schedule a regular appointment instead when

The problem is chronic or recurring
Several concerns must be discussed
Medication management is needed
The child needs developmental or behavioral evaluation
Forms or a physical are needed
The concern needs a longer history review
Do not add an unscheduled sibling casually. CMG’s policy lists a $50 walk-in fee when a parent asks for another child to be evaluated during a sibling’s scheduled appointment.
Check Before Hours guidance Call for a same-day visit
When the office is closed

How to use Capitol Medical Group’s after-hours service

Decide whether the situation is an emergency Call 911 when the child has life-threatening symptoms or needs immediate emergency treatment.
Call 301-907-3960 Choose option 7 for an urgent after-hours pediatric concern.
Be ready with the essentials Have the child’s name, age, weight, symptoms, temperature, medication, allergies and pharmacy information ready.
Speak with the registered nurse The RN can provide triage guidance and page the on-call provider when medically necessary.
Follow the recommended care level The child may be directed to home care, a next-day visit, urgent care or an emergency department.
Wait for business hours for: routine refills, referral processing, records, billing questions, school forms and other administrative requests.
After-hours call preparation
“My child is [age and weight]. The main symptom is [symptom], which started [time]. The temperature is [reading and method]. Breathing is [normal/not normal]. The child is drinking [amount], urinating [frequency] and has received [medicine, dose and time].”
First-visit workflow

How to establish pediatric care at Capitol Medical Group

Call the pediatric office Ask whether the practice and selected provider are accepting new patients in the child’s age group.
Verify the exact insurance product Confirm both CMG and the individual clinician with the insurance company.
Schedule the correct first visit Explain whether the child needs a newborn visit, well visit, medication follow-up, transfer-of-care visit or sick evaluation.
Transfer immunization and medical history Send previous records to the office before the appointment whenever possible.
Arrive 15 minutes early CMG asks new families to allow additional registration time before the scheduled appointment.
Complete portal registration Use the athenahealth invitation sent to the email associated with the child’s chart.
Previous records: CMG’s new-parent page lists glendys@capitolmedicalgroup.com and fax 301-652-4933 for prior records, including immunization history. Verify the recipient before transmitting private information.
New-patient scheduling script
“I would like to establish pediatric care for my child, age [age]. Our insurance is [complete product and network]. Are you accepting new patients, which providers are available, which records should be sent before the visit, and how early should we arrive?”
Newborn and feeding support

What new parents should arrange after hospital discharge

First office visit

CMG’s well-visit schedule places the first newborn office visit about one to two days after hospital discharge.

Early follow-up

Additional appointments during the first two weeks may be needed for weight, jaundice, feeding or other concerns.

Prenatal Night

Expecting families can call for dates of CMG’s 30–60 minute group practice orientation.

Bring or send before the newborn visit

Hospital discharge summary
Birth weight and discharge weight
Newborn screening information
Hearing-screen result
Hepatitis B vaccine status
Feeding and diaper log
Maternal medication list when breastfeeding
Insurance enrollment information
Urgent newborn warning: Call promptly for poor feeding, unusual sleepiness, significantly fewer wet diapers, worsening jaundice, breathing difficulty or a rectal temperature of 100.4°F or higher in a young infant. Severe symptoms require emergency care.
Preventive-care schedule

CMG well visits, vaccines and common screening ages

Condensed schedule published by Capitol Medical Group
Age Visit or screening Published vaccine or laboratory examples
Newborn First visit 1–2 days after discharge; additional early visits may be needed. Hepatitis B if it was not given in the hospital.
2 weeks Early infant follow-up. Newborn metabolic-screen follow-up.
1–6 months Frequent growth, development and feeding visits. Hepatitis B, DTaP, polio, Hib, pneumococcal and rotavirus vaccines according to schedule.
9–12 months Development, nutrition and safety review. CBC, lead screening and age-appropriate vaccines.
15–24 months Toddler development and prevention. Hepatitis A, Hib, DTaP and repeat CBC or lead testing as indicated.
2.5–5 years Physicals and school-readiness care. Kindergarten boosters around age four and annual physicals from age three.
5–10 years Annual physical examination. Cholesterol screening generally between ages 9 and 11.
11 years Adolescent preventive visit. Tdap, meningococcal and HPV vaccination.
12–21 years Annual physical with confidential adolescent-health review when appropriate. HPV completion, meningococcal vaccination and risk-based laboratory work.
Seasonal vaccine note: Flu, COVID-19, RSV-prevention products and other seasonal programs change by year, supply and eligibility. Call for the current 2026–2027 schedule rather than relying on an older bulletin.
Practice-wide policy

Capitol Medical Group’s childhood vaccine policy

CMG states that pediatric patients are expected to be fully vaccinated. The practice says it follows evidence-based recommendations from the American Academy of Pediatrics and Maryland public-health authorities.

New families

Send the complete immunization record before the first appointment so missing or delayed doses can be identified.

School and camp forms

Allow enough time to update vaccines before the form deadline rather than discovering a requirement at pickup.

Questions or concerns

Schedule enough time with a provider to discuss vaccine history, medical contraindications and recommended timing.

Do not use an old seasonal bulletin as a current appointment calendar. Flu, COVID-19 and RSV clinic dates change each season.
Review CMG preventive-care guidance Confirm current vaccine availability
Feeding support in the pediatric office

How CMG lactation appointments work

Capitol Medical Group offers care with a board-certified lactation consultant and pediatric nurse. Lactation visits take place in conjunction with a physician or nurse practitioner.

Early feeding

Latch difficulty, nipple soreness, engorgement and newborn feeding patterns.

Milk supply

Low supply, oversupply, pumping technique and milk-removal planning.

Later transitions

Returning to work, bottle feeding, pumping schedules and weaning.

Bring to a feeding appointment

Baby’s recent weights
Feeding and diaper log
Pump and commonly used parts
Bottle and nipple used at home
Maternal medication and supplement list
Questions about work or pumping schedule
Review lactation services Schedule feeding support
Secure athenahealth access

What to use the Capitol Medical Group patient portal for

M
Secure messages

Send routine, non-emergency questions to the pediatric care team.

A
Appointments

Request or review eligible appointments and same-day options.

T
Results

Review laboratory or other results released to the portal.

Rx
Medication requests

Submit eligible routine refill questions during appropriate timeframes.

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Statements

Review account statements and card-on-file notices.

F
Patient information

Review available visit summaries and account details.

Do not use the portal for an emergency. A message may not be reviewed immediately.

Fix common portal problems

The invitation went to the wrong email Ask the office to confirm the parent or guardian email connected with the child’s chart.
You can see one child but not another Ask CMG to review dependent or family-access permissions.
A result is missing It may still be processing or waiting for clinician review and release.
A same-day appointment is unavailable online Call the pediatric office because not every visit type appears in self-scheduling.
Open the official CMG portal Call for portal help
Product-level verification required

Insurance listed by Capitol Medical Group Pediatrics

Published participation and important limitations
Carrier or plan family Published participation detail What to verify
Aetna PPO and selected POS products beginning with “W” or all-number identifiers; HMO is excluded. Exact product, provider and service address.
Blue Cross Blue Shield BCBS PPO and Federal products are listed. Local network and whether the pediatric clinician is participating.
CareFirst BlueChoice Listed as participating. PCP assignment and referral rules.
Cigna Listed among current participating plans. Exact network product and laboratory coverage.
UnitedHealthcare Listed with an asterisk on the official policy page. Product-specific participation directly with CMG and the plan.
MAMSI Listed with an asterisk. Current product and PCP rules.
MDIPA / Optimum Choice Both are listed. Assigned pediatrician and referral requirements.
Tricare / Champus Both are listed. Authorization, referral and dependent eligibility.
GEHA / OneNet PPO Both are listed. Provider participation and benefit level.
CMG does not file secondary insurance. Families should ask the secondary plan how to submit the primary explanation of benefits and itemized statement themselves.
Insurance-verification script
“My child’s plan is [complete product and network]. We plan to see [provider] at Capitol Medical Group, 8401 Connecticut Avenue, Suite 201, for [well visit, sick visit, vaccine or other service]. Is the provider in network, is PCP assignment required and what copay, deductible or coinsurance applies?”
Published office charges

Capitol Medical Group fees parents should know beforehand

Administrative fees separate from ordinary medical-service charges
Situation Published rule Published fee How to avoid it
Ordinary unscheduled walk-in Seen as time permits when no appointment was made. $50 Use Before Hours or schedule a same-day appointment.
Adding a sibling Requesting care for another child during a sibling’s appointment is treated as an unscheduled walk-in. $50 Call and schedule both children before arrival.
Missed sick visit Failure to attend or late cancellation, including a same-day sick appointment. $60 Cancel as soon as plans change.
Missed well visit Well visits require at least 24 hours of cancellation notice. $100 Cancel before the 24-hour deadline.
First form Routine written school, camp or similar form request. $15 Combine requests and submit early.
Additional form Additional form submitted with the request. $10 each Confirm which forms are actually required.
Expedited form Requesting faster-than-standard processing. Additional $15 per form Submit at least 10–14 working days early.
Returned check Payment returned for insufficient funds. $25 Confirm account funds or use another payment method.
Payment at service: Copays, deductibles and existing account balances are due at the visit. CMG lists cash, check, Visa and MasterCard as accepted methods.
Effective January 1, 2026

How the Capitol Medical Group card-on-file policy works

A card is requested at check-in The card is stored through the practice-management payment system.
CMG submits the insurance claim The insurer determines the allowed amount, payment and patient responsibility.
A statement is sent The statement shows the balance that may be charged after the notice period.
You have 30 days to use another method Families who prefer another payment method can arrange it during the stated period.
The remaining responsibility is charged If no alternative payment is received, the balance is processed using the stored card.
Card security described by CMG: Staff can see only the final four digits, and the full number cannot be exported from the practice-management system.
You may still dispute a charge. Contact billing when the statement does not match the insurer’s explanation of benefits or when you believe the claim needs correction.
Call Privia billing: 888-774-8428 Call CMG pediatric billing
Plan weeks—not days

How to get school, camp and medication forms completed

Check the physical date CMG requires a practitioner-completed physical within the previous 12 months before completing school or camp forms.
Schedule early when a physical is overdue CMG advises allowing four to six weeks to schedule school physical examinations.
Complete the parent section Fill in the child’s name, school, medications, allergies and parent signature before submitting the form.
Submit the request in writing Include a stamped self-addressed envelope or arrange office pickup.
Allow 10–14 working days Standard processing does not include weekends or holidays.
Pick up during the listed window CMG states that completed forms may be picked up from 8:15 a.m.-5 p.m.
Forms cannot be faxed by CMG under the published policy. Confirm pickup or mailing arrangements when submitting the request.
Montgomery County

CMG links Montgomery County Public School health forms and medication-authorization materials.

District of Columbia

The official resource page includes the D.C. Universal Health Certificate.

Camp or private school

Submit the organization’s complete form and confirm whether it needs immunization attachments.

Download current forms
Allow at least 48 hours

How to request a pediatric referral without delaying the specialist visit

Confirm that a referral is required Ask the insurer whether the plan needs a PCP referral, prior authorization or both.
Select the in-network specialist Verify the doctor and exact service address with the insurance plan.
Collect the specialist details Have the specialist’s name, practice, telephone, fax and appointment date ready.
Give CMG at least 48 hours Do not wait until arrival at the specialist office.
Confirm receipt and authorization Ask whether the referral reached the specialist and whether the insurance plan approved it.
Referral-status script
“My child is scheduled with [specialist] on [date]. The specialist’s fax is [number]. Does our plan require a referral or authorization, has it been completed, and what dates or number of visits are approved?”
Current and archived charts

How to request Capitol Medical Group medical records

Published record categories and fees
Record situation Published process Published fee
Current patient chart Complete the official medical-release form. $30 per child
No CMG visit for three or more years The chart may need retrieval from off-site storage. $55 per child
Download the current medical-release form Use the practice form so required identity and authorization fields are included.
Identify the child and date range Request only the years and document types actually needed unless a complete chart is necessary.
Name the recipient Include the new doctor, school, parent or other authorized recipient and delivery information.
Ask whether the chart is archived The off-site retrieval fee may apply when the child has not been seen for at least three years.
Keep a copy and proof of submission Save the completed authorization and fax, mail or delivery confirmation.
Portal versus full chart: Portal results and visit summaries may be enough for routine personal use. A formal release is more appropriate when transferring complete care to another practice.
Download the medical-release form Confirm record instructions
Developmental screening

What parents should know about CHADIS questionnaires

CHADIS is an optional online system for developmental, behavioral and health questionnaires completed before a well visit by a parent, teenager or teacher.

Why it is used

Responses help the clinician review development, behavior, mental health or age-specific concerns during the appointment.

CMG invitation code

The practice publishes invitation code 3019073960 for new CHADIS users.

Possible cost

CMG states that CHADIS is billable to insurance and may create deductible or coinsurance responsibility.

Complete it early: Submit questionnaires before the physical so the clinician has time to review the responses rather than using appointment time for account setup.
Review CMG CHADIS instructions
Optional procedure

Capitol Medical Group pediatric ear-piercing details

Published price

$110, paid when scheduling and described as non-refundable.

Age and vaccines

The child must be at least two months old and current with immunizations.

Separate appointment

CMG asks families to schedule piercing separately from the physical examination.

Included earrings: CMG states that the price includes sterile-system studs in either 24-carat gold plating or surgical stainless steel.
Check current piercing availability
Separate practice in the same building

Capitol Medical Group Adult Medicine is not the pediatric front desk

Capitol Medical Group Adult Medicine
8401 Connecticut Avenue, Suite 220
Chevy Chase, MD 20815
Office: 301-304-8800
Fax: 301-652-4933
Preventive and primary care

Annual physicals, wellness care, vaccines and general adult medicine.

Chronic and acute care

Diabetes, blood pressure, asthma, anxiety, depression, arthritis and same-day acute care.

Additional services

EKGs, travel medicine, selected joint injections, specialist coordination and skin-disorder care.

Do not assume pediatric acceptance transfers automatically. Adult Medicine has its own provider availability, new-patient status, insurance list and appointment process.
Open CMG Adult Medicine Call Adult Medicine
Problem-solving board

What to do when a CMG patient task goes wrong

You arrived after the appointment time CMG sees late arrivals as time permits and may need to reschedule the visit.
You need another child seen too Call before arrival; adding an unscheduled sibling can produce the published $50 fee.
The school form deadline is next week Ask about expedited processing and the additional fee, but do not assume completion is guaranteed.
The specialist has no referral Confirm that CMG received at least 48 hours of notice and that the insurer separately authorized the service.
The bill does not match the insurance EOB Call billing before the 30-day card-on-file payment date and request claim review.
The portal shows only one child Ask the office to correct dependent access instead of creating duplicate accounts.
The chart has moved to storage Ask whether the $55 off-site retrieval fee applies before submitting the request.
You called after hours for paperwork Call again during phone hours; the after-hours line is for urgent medical matters.
Local parent shortcuts

Chevy Chase and Washington-area tips that prevent wasted trips

01
Check Suite 201 or 220

Pediatrics and Adult Medicine use different suites and telephone numbers.

02
Use Before Hours correctly

Arrive for a simple acute pediatric problem, not a long behavioral or chronic evaluation.

03
Call before adding a sibling

This can prevent the $50 unscheduled walk-in charge.

04
Start school forms early

Allow 10–14 working days plus four to six weeks if a physical must be scheduled.

05
Request referrals two days early

The published minimum is 48 hours, and insurer authorization may take longer.

06
Review statements immediately

Card-on-file balances may be processed after the 30-day alternative-payment period.

07
Bring complete vaccines

The practice requires pediatric patients to follow its vaccination policy.

08
Use a dosing syringe

CMG’s medication resources warn that household spoons are unreliable for pediatric dosing.

09
Confirm seasonal clinics

Parking-lot vaccine dates and supply change each season.

Use the correct number

Capitol Medical Group contact directory

Contacts for pediatric and adult patient tasks
Need Contact Best use
Pediatric appointments 301-907-3960 Well visits, same-day sick care, vaccines and pediatric scheduling.
After-hours pediatric concern 301-907-3960, option 7 Urgent medical concern when the office is closed.
Direct answering service 240-638-9730 After-hours routing when instructed by CMG.
Pediatric billing 240-482-1544 CMG pediatric statements and account questions.
Privia billing 888-774-8428 Card-on-file disputes and Privia billing support.
Main fax 301-652-4933 Authorized records and clinical documents after recipient verification.
Adult Medicine 301-304-8800 Adult primary-care appointments and adult-practice questions.
Poison Control 1-800-222-1222 Possible poisoning or medication-exposure guidance when the child is stable enough for telephone help.
Chevy Chase location

Map of Capitol Medical Group on Connecticut Avenue

Capitol Medical Group Pediatrics
8401 Connecticut Avenue, Suite 201
Chevy Chase, MD 20815
Telephone: 301-907-3960
Suite reminder: Adult Medicine is in Suite 220. Confirm the suite before parking or entering the building.
Parent questions answered

Capitol Medical Group frequently asked questions

What ages does Capitol Medical Group Pediatrics treat?

The pediatric practice states that it provides care from birth through age 21.

Where is Capitol Medical Group located?

Pediatrics is at 8401 Connecticut Avenue, Suite 201, Chevy Chase, Maryland 20815.

What are the regular office hours?

Monday-Friday from 8 a.m.-5 p.m. and Saturday from 8:30 a.m.-noon.

What is the 7 a.m. walk-in service?

Before Hours runs from 7-8 a.m. on weekdays for relatively simple acute pediatric symptoms.

Can chronic problems be evaluated during Before Hours?

No. CMG asks families to schedule regular appointments for chronic, complex or long-standing concerns.

Does CMG offer Saturday appointments?

Yes. Saturday morning is listed for same-day appointments.

How do I reach the on-call provider?

Call 301-907-3960 and choose option 7. An RN will page the provider when necessary.

How much is the walk-in fee?

The published policy lists $50 for an ordinary unscheduled walk-in or an unscheduled sibling added during another child’s visit.

What are the missed-appointment fees?

CMG lists $60 for a missed or late-cancelled sick visit and $100 for a missed well visit or insufficient cancellation notice.

How long do school forms take?

Allow 10–14 working days. A physical must have occurred within the previous 12 months.

How early should I schedule a school physical?

CMG advises allowing four to six weeks for school physical scheduling.

How much do forms cost?

The first form is listed at $15, additional forms at $10 each and expedited processing at an additional $15 per form.

How much notice is needed for referrals?

CMG asks for at least 48 hours.

Does CMG file secondary insurance?

No. The published policy says the practice does not file secondary insurance.

How does the card-on-file policy work?

After insurance processes the claim, a statement is sent. The family has 30 days to use another payment method before the balance is charged to the stored card.

How much do medical records cost?

The published fee is $30 per child for current-patient records and $55 when a chart must be retrieved from off-site storage.

Does CMG require vaccines?

Yes. The practice states that pediatric patients are expected to be fully vaccinated according to its evidence-based schedule.

Does CMG offer lactation appointments?

Yes. Lactation visits are provided with a board-certified consultant in conjunction with a physician or nurse practitioner.

Where is Capitol Medical Group Adult Medicine?

Adult Medicine is in Suite 220 at 8401 Connecticut Avenue and uses telephone 301-304-8800.

Final live actions

Official Capitol Medical Group patient tools

The important parent workflows are explained above. Use these official tools when you are ready to complete a live portal login, provider check, form download or appointment call.

Patient portal Pediatric providers Hours and contacts Before Hours care Insurance and forms Well visits and vaccines Lactation services Adult Medicine
Independent patient-information notice:

USMedicalGroup.org is not Capitol Medical Group, Capitol Medical Group Adult Medicine, athenahealth or Privia Health. It does not schedule appointments, provide medical diagnosis, determine insurance coverage, process payments or release medical records. Hours, fees, insurance participation, providers, vaccine availability and policies may change.

This guide is educational and does not replace care from a qualified healthcare professional. Call 911 for a medical emergency.

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