Frequently Asked Questions about ...
In General
Do we need an appointment or can we just walk-in?
Students may walk-in and see a nurse during our regular clinic hours. You will need an appointment to see the Nurse Practitioner or University Physician.
Insurance
How does a student quailify for health insurance?
All enrolled students will be sent an insurance packet by the Clarendon
Insurance Company. Included in this packet are explanations as to coverage
and costs, and an application. This is a service provided by the University.
It is not mandatory and no fees are paid to the University. This
is a Collegiate Protection Plus Preferred Provider Plan. The phone number
for enrollment is 1-888-400-6750. The web address is www.gmsouthwest.com
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If the SHC does not take health insurance why do you want our health insurance information?
Though the SHC does not bill health insurance for any services, we may refer you to a laboratory, x-ray facility, emergency room or specialist who will need to know your health insurance.
Prescriptions
Where can students can get prescriptions
filled?
The SHC has a small pharmacy in the Health Center that stocks birth control and a few generic antibiotics. By law, we can only fill prescriptions written by our nurse practitioner or the University Physician. We are not allowed to fill prescriptions from other physicians nor can we special order medications for you.
Prescriptions written by us, or any other physicians, may be be filled at three different locations, all close to the campus: Giant Food at Park and Shop; CVS at 2614 Jefferson Davis Highway (near the hospital); or Rite Aid at 5229 Jefferson Davis Highway.
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Medical Forms
I am unable to get my Medical Information Form in on time. What should I do?
Send your form in just as soon as you possibly can. Before sending
it, check it thoroughly making sure there are no blank spaces.
It is important that all questions are answered. If the answer
is "no" or "none," write it in. If you see that (s)he has left blank spaces, carry the
form back for completion. If there are any blank spaces, your
form will be returned to you.
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Immunizations
What will happen if I don’t have all my immunizations?
State of Virginia law requires that you document immunization for or natural immunity to Rubeola (measles), mumps, Rubella (German Measles) and tetanus. It also requires that you have a Hepatitis B series of vaccinations (or sign a waiver) and a meningitis shot (or sign a waiver). If any of these requirements are not met, then you will be blocked from registering for your second semester until you meet these requirements.
I don't have my immunization records. What should I do?
Check with your physician or your school. If you cannot find any records,
call the Student Health Center, 540-654-1040, and we will work with
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Do you give Gardasil vaccinations?
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Other
I missed class because I was sick, can you give me an excuse?
Please see our Absence Excuse Policy.
Access
Does Student Health see off-campus students?
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