Immunize to Protect
Flu season peaks from December to March, but the Center for Disease Control (CDC) recommends that individuals receive their vaccinations in the fall to avoid the flu. We use professional nurses known for their reliability and friendly service to ensure the highest level of safety and comfort.
For your convenience, we offer an online scheduling tool that your employees can use to easily sign up to receive a vaccine.
Contact us to schedule an On-Site Flu Vaccination Clinic for 2011.
The cost
We are able to provide flu vaccinations for Medicare-enrolled Seniors (and disabled individuals who are enrolled in Medicare) at no charge to the individual. Proof of Medicare Part B health insurance is required so that their plan can be billed for the covered vaccination. All Medicare Advantage Plans are eligible including: Highmark Security Blue and Freedom Blue, UPMC for Life, Health America Advantra, Bravo, Unison Advantage and Gateway Assurance.
Many employer health plans include flu shots as a covered benefit. For these companies, employee flu claims may be billed to the insurance company for payment. Call us to determine if this is a possibility for your group.
For those individuals not under Medicare Part B or an immunization health benefit, a nominal fee will be charged at the time of the shot. Contact us to discuss rates.
Beyond the Seasonal Influenza Vaccine
Pneumonia All adults 65 years of age and older or other individuals with chronic health problems or weakened immune systems should be vaccinated against pneumonia. A second dose is recommended after 5 years.
Tdap (Tetanus, Diphtheria, Pertussis Combined) Vaccine Adults 19-64 should receive a single dose of Tdap to replace the next scheduled dose of tetanus and diphtheria toxoids vaccine (Td) for booster immunization against tetanus, diphtheria, and pertussis if they received their last Td dose >10 years earlier and have not previously received a Tdap vaccine. Intervals of 2 years or less between Td and Tdap may be used.
Hepatitis A Persons > 12 months of age may receive this vaccine for active immunization against disease caused by Hepatitis A virus (HAV). A series of 2 doses is required at 0 and 6 months.
Hepatitis B This vaccine is indicated for immunization against infection caused by all known subtypes of hepatitis B virus. A series of 3 doses are required at 0, 1 and 6 months for lasting protection.
Shingles Physician prescription is required, insurance co-pays may apply. A single dose of shingles vaccine is indicated for adults 60 years of age and older.
