Visitor Guidelines
Updated May 22, 2025
We’re looking forward to seeing you at Children’s Mercy. Here are some things to keep in mind before you arrive.
Visitors will pass through metal detectors and/or weapons detections systems when arriving at Children's Mercy.
What to bring with you to your appointment(s)
- Driver's license or photo ID is required
- Medical and pharmacy insurance card(s)
- Masking is optional at all Children’s Mercy locations. Masks must be worn if you have symptoms of respiratory illness or have a confirmed COVID-19 diagnosis
- Form of payment to pay requested deposit
- Here is a form that you may find helpful to write your questions down for your visit: Write it down
Items that are not allowed (prohibited)
Items include, but are not limited to:
- Firearms or ammunition (concealed or unconcealed)
- Knives, scissors, razor blades or other sharp objects
- Tasers
- Mace, pepper spray
- Alcohol, drugs or drug paraphernalia
- Flammable liquids or any type of explosives/projectiles
- Impact weapons such as batons, brass knuckles, nunchucks, blackjacks, clubs, etc.
Your child's vaccination record
It is important to bring your child’s vaccination (immunization) record to all their Children's Mercy visits and appointments. This includes your child's COVID-19 vaccine card if they have received it.
Visiting hours
Parents and guardians will be given a green wristband which welcomes them 24 hours a day. Visiting hours for other guests are 9 a.m. to 9 p.m.
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