Colby Health Services does not administer allergy shots. The following options are available to those students needing injections while away from home.
Contact their office to confirm whether serum from your present/previous allergist is acceptable. Check with your insurance company regarding coverage for specialists and whether there are any charges or deductibles not covered by your health plan.
Your student should schedule an appointment to see a health center provider. The vaccine cost must be paid for up front by the student and proper paperwork will be provided in order to seek reimbursement from your insurance company.
Our staff can assist your student with their ongoing ADD/ADHD medication with a letter from prescribing physician containing the following information:
The health center must have this documentation on record prior to making an appointment with a provider. Please be sure to allow enough time to avoid a lapse in medication management.