University Health Center
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University Health Center
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
• 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.
Other Vaccinations & Immunizations
• 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.
International Travel Clinic
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 enrolled in 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.
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.
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 [email protected] or call 301-314-8165
• The premium is $1282 for 8/15/11 to 8/14/12
General Insurance Information• The Health Center is a participating provider with
Carefirst BCBS• 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.
Parent’s Plan UM SHIP• 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
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.
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.
Things every student should have:• Health Insurance Cards• Thermometer• Band-Aids• Pain reliever• Antacid• Topical antibiotic• Personal medications• Hand sanitizerALL 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.
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.