Same exceptional care, more possibilities.

CHOC and Rady Children’s have joined forces to shape the future of kids’ health.

Children’s Hospital of Orange County (CHOC) and Rady Children’s Hospital San Diego have united under one combined nonprofit health system: Rady Children’s Health. Together, we strive to build healthier futures for every child who depends on us

What to expect:

The CHOC name and logo will be changing to Rady Children’s Health. This change will happen gradually over the next several months.
While our name is changing, patients and families will continue receiving care from the same medical providers and care teams they know and trust.
By combining our strengths, we will create an advanced pediatric health care system dedicated to improving patient outcomes and accelerate research and innovation throughout Southern California.

Rady Children’s Health is supported by two dedicated philanthropic foundations — the Rady Children’s Foundation and the CHOC Foundation. Both are committed to improving and protecting the lives of children through the power of giving.

While each foundation will continue to operate as a separate 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization – honoring the intentions of our donors and meeting the needs of our local communities – we will work collectively to advance pediatric care, innovation and research. Together, we can expand the impact of every gift to shape the future of children’s health.

Rady Children’s Foundation

We are committed to advancing children’s health, one child at a time. We help fund exceptional care, the latest technology, and innovative research to give every child the best chance at a healthy future. By connecting compassionate donors to our mission, we’re not only supporting care — we’re shaping the future of pediatric medicine.

CHOC Foundation

We exist to build a dynamic culture of generosity through philanthropy: uniting individuals, families, and corporations to advance our commitment to improving the health and well-being of children through clinical expertise, advocacy, outreach, education and research. When donors support our not-for-profit hospital, their donations stay in the community to benefit local children and families.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is CHOC changing its name, and how will it affect my care?

CHOC is beginning to transition to the Rady Children’s Health name. This will happen gradually, so for a while, you may see both names used in different places—like signs, appointment reminders, or online systems.

What’s not changing is your care. You’ll still see the same doctors, nurses, and care teams at the same locations. Our name may be changing, but the people and care you trust are not. We continue to have three separate hospitals with different contracts, network access and medical group affiliations. Please refer back to your health plan for clarity on which physicians and services you can access as part of your health plan coverage.

Why have CHOC and Rady Children’s merged?

By combining our strengths through a parent organization, CHOC and Rady Children’s will create an advanced pediatric health care system that aims to:

Improve patient outcomes in Southern California;
Accelerate research and innovation that lead to new treatments and cures;
Retain and attract talent across all functions and specialties;
Increase access to pediatric care;
Promote health equity; and
Train the next generation of pediatric physicians and health care workers.

How have the two organizations collaborated in the past?

For more than a decade, CHOC and Rady Children’s have collaborated on critical initiatives that advance pediatric care, research, and innovation, such as Project Baby Bear, a rapid Whole Genome Sequencing (rWGS®) initiative that quickly diagnoses infants with rare diseases. Additionally, the organizations created a shared health plan serving children. Our collaborative efforts have established a strong foundation for merging our parent companies and align with our shared vision for excellence in patient care, education, research, and advocacy.

Is this going to change how each hospital provides care?

Each of our hospitals remains committed to providing high-quality, compassionate care. Our hospitals will maintain separate medical staff, local governing boards, and onsite leadership to run daily operations, while providing the new benefits of our enhanced relationship. Any changes to programs/services will be focused on strengthening our ability to meet the needs of children and families in the local communities we serve and will be communicated well in advance.

How will patient records/data be managed?

Protecting patient data will remain a top priority. We will continue to adhere to strict security protocols, advanced encryption and data controls, and compliance standards to safeguard all information.

Will any programs/services be consolidated?

Our goal is to increase access to care, not limit it. Any changes to programs/services will be focused on strengthening our ability to meet the needs of children and families in the local communities we serve and will be communicated well in advance.

Will I still have access to my current physician(s) and hospital?

Yes. Our patients and their families will still have access to the same physicians and services they have come to trust. In time, we aim to increase access to an even broader range of services.

Will my current insurance plan be accepted?

We expect to continue accepting the same insurance plans. However, changes to insurance coverage can occur outside of the merger, and we will keep patients and families informed of any changes.

Can patients see specialists at both CHOC and Rady Children’s Hospital San Diego?

Patients remain free to seek care wherever they choose — whether within or outside the Rady Children’s Health system. We are committed to providing the best care to children and their families. That said, we recommend patients confirm if their provider or facility is within their insurance network, as costs can vary depending on network status. Please note, CHOC and Rady Children’s specialists are in different locations, networks, and medical groups, which may affect coverage and referral processes.

Same exceptional care, more possibilities.

Rady Children’s Health is supported by two dedicated philanthropic foundations — the Rady Children’s Foundation and the CHOC Foundation. Both are committed to improving and protecting the lives of children through the power of giving.

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