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General Information
Student Health Services are provided by:
UTMB Family Medicine Clinic
University Hospital Clinic (Behind the Emergency Room)
(409) 772-2166
Hours: 9am to 4pm Monday-Friday, except holidays
Appointments are encouraged but will accept walk-ins
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Students should take their student ID and
private insurance information.
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Be prepared to inform the clinic staff you
are a Texas A&M University at Galveston student.
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Appointments should be made in advance for
physicals or other non-urgent services requiring extended testing or
provider time.
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Students may utilize the Health Care
Hotline at 772-2166 when the clinic is closed to speak to a nurse who
will provide advice and recommendations regarding appropriate access to
care.
The Office of Student Counseling serves as
the liaison between TAMUG and UTMB for Student Health Services. Any
requests for more information or questions should be directed to:
Office of Student Counseling
Mary Moody Northern Student Center, Suite 108
(409) 740-4537
Studentservices@tamug.edu
Services
Student Health Fees provide coverage
only for
the office visit.
Students will not be billed for the clinic visit. However, any charges
incurred during visit (X-rays, lab work, immunizations, prescriptions,
etc) will be billed to the student or student's insurance if provided to
UTMB Family Medicine clinic staff, Texas A&M University at Galveston will
not be responsible for any extra charges. Students who
have commercial health insurance with a deductible may have the clinic
visit billed toward the deductible.
The following services are available to the
student for a fee: please see the Counseling office regarding prices/cost
to student
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Immunizations
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NOAA Diving Medical Evaluation -
New Diver/Comprehensive Dive Evaluation and an annual re-test. Prices
are all inclusive of physician and ancillary services. New Diver
Comprehensive exam includes comprehensive physical exam, EKG, Chest
X-ray, Pulmonary Function test, hearing and vision testing and
associated lab work. The Annual Re-test includes a comprehensive
physical examination, hearing and vision testing and associated lab
work. The amount of testing required varies depending on initial vs.
subsequent exam and any pre-existing conditions.
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Merchant Marine physicals -
physical and the DOT drug screen, audiogram.
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PADI Open Water Course Medical
clearance - will be done by the Medical Director.
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Well-Woman Exams - The cost of any
lab work (Pap Smear). A Well-Woman Exam will include a review of your
medical history, immunization status, social habits, a physical exam of
the breast and Pap Smear. If four or more women choose, they may
schedule appointments for Saturday with the Nurse Practitioner to do the
exams.
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Allergy Injections - initial
office visit; subsequent office visits Students are required to provide
their own allergy injection medication along with written instructions
from their private doctor. The clinic will not be responsible for any
lab work or adjustment of dosing.
The Emergency Room should be used if medical
care is required during hours or days when the Family
Medicine clinic is closed. The student is completely responsible for
any and all charges from the Emergency Room.
The following are not included in the
student health fee and students ARE RESPONSIBLE for payment
for the following:
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Ancillary services such as laboratory and
radiology studies
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Any chargeable supplies or durable medical
equipment
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Any medication given that generates a UTMB
pharmacy charge
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Prescription medication filled at outside
pharmacies
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Referrals to specialists, or for physical
therapy
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Emergency Room and Hospital in-patient
costs
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Any services not listed above
Services NOT INCLUDED under the
student health fee:
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Routine medication refills without an exam
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Care for complex, ongoing medical problems
such as diabetes, hypertension or other chronic diseases. Urgent Care
may make referrals to primary care physicians or specialists for the
student for chronic problems; however, the student is responsible for
the cost of that care.
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Evaluation and treatment for cases of
assault (sexual or otherwise). These will be referred to the Emergency
Department at UTMB. In the case of a rape, the Galveston Police
Department will pay for the cost of a rape kit. The Galveston District
Attorney’s Office should be contacted regarding victim’s compensation.
If the victim has personal insurance, their insurance will be billed for
covered costs, other than the rape kit in the Emergency Department. If
the victim has no insurance, the Galveston District Attorney’s Office
should be contacted for further assistance regarding cases of assault.
The UTMB Emergency Room has social workers on-call 24 hours a day, 7
days a week.
Periods of Coverage
Services will be provided for pre-cruise (generally the week prior to
cruise departure); new student orientation week in August (generally the
week prior to the first day of fall classes); as well as normal enrollment
periods. Student must be enrolled in order for coverage to be provided for
that semester. Services will not include other breaks such as: breaks
in-between semesters (unless student is enrolled in intersession classes).
Health Insurance
Student insurance policies are available
through the Texas A&M University System. Policy information can be
obtained in the Office of Student Counseling or on the website
http://www.tamuinsurance.com
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Medical staff is available on board the
ship for student use
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Prescription medications must be obtained
prior to sailing and be turned into the ship clinic for dispersal by
staff
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Injuries or illness requiring treatment
ashore or evacuation at a cost to the University will be billed to the
student.
Emergency Response on Campus:
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When active, a Student Emergency
Medical Team provides campus response.
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Police should be contacted for ambulance
assistance.
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Phone Numbers: Campus Police during duty
hours: 409-740-4545
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Police Cell Phone after hours:
409-771-5185
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City emergency: 911
Emergency Room:
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The Emergency Room is located at UTMB (9th
Street and Harborside Drive)
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Students should bring any insurance cards
or verification
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The student is completely responsible for
any and all charges from the Emergency Room, but the
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Emergency Room should be used if emergency
medical care is required during hours or days when the Urgent Care at
Family Medicine is closed.
International Students
Must provide proof of health insurance including medical evacuation and
repatriation insurance.
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