University Health Center

1. University Health Center

2. Student Services Include: • Primary Care • Urgent Care • Women’s Health • Lab • Pharmacy • Mental Health, Substance Abuse & Sexual Assault Services • Allergy/Immunization/Travel Clinic • Center for Health & Well-Being • Health Promotion • X-Ray • Acupuncture, Massage Therapy • Smoking Cessation, Meditation • Physical Therapy • Dental (provided by the UMB School of Dentistry) ALL students admitted in or after Fall 2009 must have health insurance. The on-line waiver must be completed yearly. Visit www.firststudent.com for more information.

3. Providers Include: • Physicians, nurse practitioners, physician assistants, nurses, psychiatrists, social workers ALL students admitted in or after Fall 2009 must have health insurance. The on-line waiver must be completed yearly. Visit www.firststudent.com for more information.

4. General Hours of Operation: • Weekdays 8 am – 6 pm • Saturdays 9 am – 12 noon • There are limited services after 5 pm and on Saturdays • Appointment based with same-day and urgent care available • Nurse Call System for after-hours • If your student is under 18, you need to sign a “parental permit” for treatment (found on the Immunization Form) ALL students admitted in or after Fall 2009 must have health insurance. The on-line waiver must be completed yearly. Visit www.firststudent.com for more information.

5. Fees/Charges • Fees vary according to service provided; fees typical of community medical practice including co-payments, co-insurances, and deductibles • The fee for Mental Health Services is $15 • Cancellation fee • Dental clinic charges are separate from the Health Center’s charges • There are some free services, please refer to the Health Center’s brochure or visit our website for more information ALL students admitted in or after Fall 2009 must have health insurance. The on-line waiver must be completed yearly. Visit www.firststudent.com for more information.

6. Access to Student Records • Parents do not have access to student health records without the student’s written permission • Students may request a copy of their medical records for a visit, etc. by signing a release for that specific visit ALL students admitted in or after Fall 2009 must have health insurance. The on-line waiver must be completed yearly. Visit www.firststudent.com for more information.

7. Immunization Forms • Immunization forms MUST be submitted to the Health Center during Orientation • Students will be blocked from subsequent registration if forms are not turned in • A fee may be assessed for forms turned in after the first day of class ALL students admitted in or after Fall 2009 must have health insurance. The on-line waiver must be completed yearly. Visit www.firststudent.com for more information.

8. Meningitis Shots Offered • Students living in residence halls must be vaccinated against bacterial meningitis or must sign a waiver • Call 301-314-8184 to make an appointment if your student would like the vaccine ALL students admitted in or after Fall 2009 must have health insurance. The on-line waiver must be completed yearly. Visit www.firststudent.com for more information.

9. Other Vaccinations & Immunizations • Flu shot • Encourage your student • Especially important for those with chronic illnesses • The Health Center’s website will post info when the vaccine is available • Gardasil &Cervarix • Allergy shots ALL students admitted in or after Fall 2009 must have health insurance. The on-line waiver must be completed yearly. Visit www.firststudent.com for more information.

10. International Travel Clinic • Pre-travel counseling for: • University-sponsored Study Abroad Programs • Spring Break travel and Alternate Break Programs • Vacations • Immunizations/Vaccinations available on-site ALL students admitted in or after Fall 2009 must have health insurance. The on-line waiver must be completed yearly. Visit www.firststudent.com for more information.

11. Mandatory Health Insurance • ALL undergraduate students admitted in or after Fall 2009, taking 6 credits or more, must have health insurance • If your student already has health insurance, he/she MUST waive or your student will automatically be billed and enrolledin the University-sponsored plan for the entire year (8/15/11 to 8/14/12) • Students must waive by going on-line to complete a waiver card at www.firststudent.com ALL students admitted in or after Fall 2009 must have health insurance. The on-line waiver must be completed yearly. Visit www.firststudent.com for more information.

12. Mandatory Health Insurance Continued • Information is available on the Health Center’s website: www.health.umd.edu/about/insuranceandfees • Secure website for completing the on-line waiver: • www.firststudent.com (this is the only way to waive) • If you have questions about insurance, email insurance@health.umd.edu or call 301-314-8165 • The premium is $1282 for 8/15/11 to 8/14/12 ALL students admitted in or after Fall 2009 must have health insurance. The on-line waiver must be completed yearly. Visit www.firststudent.com for more information.

13. General Insurance Information • The Health Center is a participating provider with CarefirstBCBS • We do not participate with Kaiser, Medicaid or other federal and State insurance plans, and most HMOs. Check with your HMO to see if services are provided as some may cover costs • As a courtesy, charges will be submitted to any plan other than those noted above • Check with your insurance provider to see what is covered ALL students admitted in or after Fall 2009 must have health insurance. The on-line waiver must be completed yearly. Visit www.firststudent.com for more information.

14. Applicable co-pays, co-insurance or deductible according to your plan If the Health Center does not participate in your plan, as a courtesy, your insurance will be billed Fully responsible for services not covered by your insurance plan No co-pays, co-insurance or deductible when seen at Health Center Most services in Health Center covered Co-pay for meds Premium $1282 Parent’s Plan UM SHIP ALL students admitted in or after Fall 2009 must have health insurance. The on-line waiver must be completed yearly. Visit www.firststudent.com for more information.

15. Pharmacy Insurance • The Pharmacy accepts many major prescription cards • Stop by the Pharmacy with your card while on campus • Check out the pharmacy’s webpage via www.health.umd.edu for more information about available pharmacy services ALL students admitted in or after Fall 2009 must have health insurance. The on-line waiver must be completed yearly. Visit www.firststudent.com for more information.

16. Things every student should have: • Health Insurance Cards • Thermometer • Band-Aids • Pain reliever • Antacid • Topical antibiotic • Personal medications • Hand sanitizer ALL students admitted in or after Fall 2009 must have health insurance. The on-line waiver must be completed yearly. Visit www.firststudent.com for more information.

17. For more information: Please go to the Health Center’s website: www.health.umd.edu ALL students admitted in or after Fall 2009 must have health insurance. The on-line waiver must be completed yearly. Visit www.firststudent.com for more information.