The student did not receive a medical packet.
They can download a copy of the medical packet.
The student cannot get another physical exam within the same year because of their medical insurance. Can they send in last year’s physical?
Yes.
The student cannot get an appointment for a physical exam/immunizations until after the due date for all of the required Health Forms. What do they do?
Send in last year’s physical exam with immunizations and when the student goes for their appointment, the student can bring in the new physical with any up dated immunizations to Health Services, or have their doctor’s office fax them to us at (603) 641-7318.
Is the Menomune (Meningitis) Vaccine available at Health Services?
Yes, the vaccine needs to be ordered so there is a waiting period.
Does Health Services offer flu vaccine?
Yes. We have a flu clinic in October and the Saint Anselm community is notified through e-mail and posters throughout the campus.
What does the Student Accident and Health Insurance plan cover?
Please call NAHGA Claim Services at 1-800-952-4320 with any questions you may have regarding the school insurance.
Can the student get medical labs done at Health Service?
Yes.
Is there a cost for medical labs?
Yes. All throat cultures or blood tests that have to be sent to Quest Diagnostic Lab incur a fee.
Example: If a lab is recommended by the physician, nurse practitioner or nurse they will call the student’s medical insurance company to see if it is covered. If not, they will then call the parent to ask how they would like them to deal with the situation.
If the student needs to get regular labs because of certain medications is that possible?
Yes, but a standing order from the student’s primary physician/PA or nurse practitioner will be needed or the student will have to bring one in every time in order for the nurse to do the labs.
If the student receives allergy injections, can they receive them at Health Services, and if so, is their a fee?
Yes, they can receive their allergy injections but must send in an order from the allergist with instructions giving the medical staff of Health Services permission to do this.
There is no charge for this service.
When are allergy injections given?
Allergy injections can only be given when a physician is on duty at Health Services. A physician is on duty every Monday and Thursday..
If a student needs physical therapy, can that be arranged?
Yes, they must speak with the nurse.
Is there a fee to be seen at Health Services?
If the student will be living on campus, there is no fee; it is included in the student’s room and board.
If the student is not living in college housing, there is a yearly fee of $100, which allows the same unlimited access to medical care as students who live on campus.
How often do the physicians come to Health Services?
Every Monday and Thursday.
Who are the physicians and what do they specialize in?
William Windler – Internist
Dr. James Vailas – Orthopaedic Surgeon comes on campus only every TWO weeks.
How often are Nurse Practitioners on duty at Health Services?
Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and weekends.
When is Health Services open?
8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday-Friday
12-4 p.m. Saturday, Sunday, Holy Days and Holidays
Registered nurses are on duty during the week.
Who are the counselors at Health Services and what do they specialize in?
A clinical psychologist and psychotherapist. Both counselors deal in treating: depression, anxiety, adjustment, relationships, and eating disorders.
Does the student need to make an appointment to see a counselor?
Yes, unless in case of an emergency the student would be seen immediately.
How often are the counselors at Health Services?
The counselors work Monday through Friday.
Is there a fee to see a counselor, and how often can the student see a counselor?
Counseling is offered to all students at no charge. Generally, short term can be from two to ten visits. If more sessions are needed that can also be arranged.
How long is each sessions?
Fifty minutes.