Summary

Joanna E. Betancourt, MD, FAAP, is a bilingual (English and medical Spanish), board‑certified pediatrician who provides care for patients newborn through age 21. She founded Salud Pediatrics in 2004 after completing her pediatric residency at the University of Illinois at Chicago. A former adjunct associate professor at Northern Illinois University and the American Academy of Pediatrics’ Spanish‑language spokesperson for the nationwide launch of healthychildren.org, Dr. Betancourt is a recognized health advocate and community leader.

Combining academic credentials with decades of hands‑on primary care leadership, Dr. Betancourt focuses on comprehensive, family‑centered pediatric care that emphasizes prevention, early intervention, and coordinated management of chronic and acute conditions. Her practice integrates physical, mental, and social health and prioritizes accessible services, such as telehealth and same‑day appointments, to make care convenient. She partners with families, schools, and community organizations to support long‑term growth, resilience, and positive health outcomes.

As a wife, mother of three, business owner, and full‑time working mom, Dr. Betancourt brings practical empathy and real‑world understanding to parental concerns. She practices servant‑leadership, offering family‑friendly, culturally responsible care. Patients of Dr. Betancourt receive evidence‑based, compassionate guidance at every turn. 

Dr. Betancourt leads her team in providing expert care in areas including: 
  • Well-Child Visits
  • Pediatric Telehealth
  • Same-Day Sick Visits 
  • ADHD/ADD Evaluation
  • Asthma Care
  • Behavioral Health
  • Chronic Care Management
  • Lactation Consultation
  • Mental Health
  • Sports Physicals 

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Office Location

Salud Pediatrics

600 S Randall Rd Ste 220Algonquin, IL 60102
Mon9:00 am - 5:30 pm
Tue9:00 am - 5:30 pm
Wed9:00 am - 5:30 pm
Thu9:00 am - 5:30 pm
Fri9:00 am - 5:30 pm
Sat8:00 am - 12:30 pm
SunClosed

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 18 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • American Academy of Pediatrics
  • 3 specialties
  • 11 areas of expertise
  • 1 office location
  • Female

Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Joanna Betancourt, MD, FAAP

  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Aetna
  • American Behavioral
  • Ascension Health - EPO
  • Ascension Health - PPO
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
  • CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield
  • Cigna
  • Dean Health Plan
  • Dean Health Plan - PPO
  • Golden Rule
  • Humana
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Meridian Health Plan
  • Meritain Health
  • Meritain Health - PPO
  • PreferredOne
  • UnitedHealthcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Joanna Betancourt, MD, FAAP has the following 3 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Joanna Betancourt, MD, FAAP has the following 11 areas of expertise

  • ADHD Management
  • Adolescent Medicine
  • Asthma & Allergies
  • Chronic Disease Management
  • Developmental Pediatrics
  • Lactation Support
  • Medical Spanish
  • Newborn Care
  • Sports Physicals
  • TeleHealth
  • Whole-Child Development

Certifications, License, & Education

Dr. Joanna Betancourt, MD, FAAP is board certified in Board Certification in Pediatrics by the American Board of Pediatrics.

Board Certifications

Board certified in Board Certification in Pediatrics by the American Board of Pediatrics.

Education & Training

Fellowship

Completed their fellowship at American Academy of Pediatrics.

Residency

Completed their residency at Pediatrics, University of Illinois at Chicago.

NPI Number

Dr. Betancourt, MD, FAAP's NPI number is 1801811757.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Dr. Joanna Betancourt, MD, FAAP's office located?
Dr. Joanna Betancourt, MD, FAAP's office is located at 600 S Randall Rd Ste 220, Algonquin, IL, 60102.
Does Dr. Joanna Betancourt, MD, FAAP accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Joanna Betancourt, MD, FAAP accepts on their Vitals profile.
What languages does Dr. Joanna Betancourt, MD, FAAP speak?
Dr. Joanna Betancourt, MD, FAAP speaks English and Spanish.
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