An Equal Opportunity University University Health Service We are here for you!
An Equal Opportunity University University Health Service (UHS) is an on-campus medical clinic for students. Our services include: Primary Care Clinic Women’s Care Clinic Nursing Clinic Behavioral Health Clinic What is University Health Service?
An Equal Opportunity University UHS Providers 11 Physicians –Board certified in family practice, internal medicine, emergency medicine, med- peds, psychiatry, occupational and sports medicine. 6 Nurse Practitioners –Certified in family medicine, women’s health and psychiatry. 10 Nurses 7 Nursing Assistants 1 Dietician 2 Certified Health Educators
An Equal Opportunity University Who can use UHS? Full-time students are automatically charged the health fee with their mandatory fees and tuition Students who are not automatically charged the health fee (part-time students) can choose the pay the fee by requesting the charge from the student billing office
An Equal Opportunity University What is included in the Health Fee? Unlimited office visits: Injury (hurt) Illness (sick) Well-patient physical exams
An Equal Opportunity University What is included in the Health Fee? Unlimited office visits for: Women’s care (gynecology)
An Equal Opportunity University What is included in the Health Fee? Care in our observation room: IV fluids Monitored care (too sick to go home, not sick enough for the emergency department)
An Equal Opportunity University What is included in the Health Fee? Advice from Phone Information Nurse: Home remedies Medical advice
An Equal Opportunity University What is included in the Health Fee? Visits with our Behavioral Health Department: Separate, private entrance Confidential services and sessions Evaluation Medication maintenance Referral to campus and community resources
An Equal Opportunity University What is included in the Health Fee? Visits with our Health Educators: Nutrition counseling Tobacco treatment counseling Sexual health education Access to PAWS Center, health education resources
An Equal Opportunity University What is included in the Health Fee? On-call physician: Medical advice by phone for emergencies after hours
An Equal Opportunity University Making an appointment For Primary Care, Women’s Health, Nursing Services and Health & Wellness, dial: (859) 323-APPT (2778) For Behavioral Health, dial: (859) Online Self Scheduling is now available for students via their Link Blue account
An Equal Opportunity University Clinic Hours Monday – Friday:8:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. Saturday:9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Summer and when school is not in session: Monday – Friday 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
An Equal Opportunity University What should I bring to my appointment? Don’t forget: Immunization record (copy or picture is OK) UK Student ID card Health insurance card
An Equal Opportunity University What is NOT included in the Health Fee? The health fee is designed to cover primary care and preventive medicine. Items not covered by the health fee include: Diagnostic testing (X-rays, most lab tests) Hospitalization After hours care: Urgent Treatment, Emergency Room Surgical procedures Referrals to specialists Prescriptions Vaccines This is why you must have health insurance.
An Equal Opportunity University Why should I use UHS with my health fee? Least expensive choice Same-day or next-day appointments Familiar with student questions and issues Close to my office to ask questions!
An Equal Opportunity University Resources for Students: UHS Website ukhealthcare.uky.edu/uhs Clinic Information Health Fee & Billing Policies Blood Borne Pathogen Exposure Protocol Insurance Medical Records Upcoming Events Frequently Asked Questions
An Equal Opportunity University Get your smart phone ready!
An Equal Opportunity University Cheese! (Take my picture!) Primary and women’s care appointments: (859) 323-APPT (2778) Behavioral health appointments: (859) Phone Information Nurse: (859) 323-INFO (4636) On call physician for after hours emergencies: (859) Compliance fax: (859)