All children need protection against Polio, Diphtheria, Tetanus, Pertussis, Measles, Mumps, and Rubella and Hepatitis B. Some diseases may require a series of vaccinations, while others may require only one. Ask about our Vaccines for Children program to qualify for reduced price vaccinations.

Chickenpox and Hepatitis A vaccines are also available. Vaccines for Tetanus and Hepatitis B and A, and seasonal Flu and Pneumonia are available for adults. Also, Tuberculin skin tests are available.

Outreach clinics are held the lst Wednesday of each month at the Plainville Senior Center Mealsite, and the 2nd Wednesday of each month at the Palco Senior Center Mealsite.

Each month, a pap clinic is held at the Health Dept. by appointment only. Contraceptives are available for those who have had an annual pap and breast exam. Contraceptive supplies and Depo Provera shots are picked up/administered on the first and third Tuesday of each month.

Pregnancy tests and testing for STDs (sexually transmitted diseases) and counseling/referrals are also available. All services are confidential regardless of age, and a sliding fee scale is applied so that charges are based on ability to pay.

Cholesterol, Tryglicerides, and Glucose (blood sugar) screening can be done by our registered nurses without a doctor's order. Fasting is required for at least 8 hours before the blood is drawn. Results are usually available the following day.

All other blood draws must have a doctor order. A $5 charge applies to all draws done in the office and billed to Medicare or other insurance. This charge can be billed to most insurance plans. Non-insured clients obtaining a draw at special public health rates must pay for services at the time of the draw.

Blood pressure checks are available at the Health Dept. daily. This is done as early intervention screening and clients are referred to their physicians if readings are not within the normal range. Outreach clinics are available each month on the 1st Wednesday at the Plainville Senior Center, the 2nd Wednesday at the Palco Senior Center, and the 3rd Thursday at the Stockton Senior Center.

Physicals that are required for day care and privately operated preschools can be performed by our assessment-certified registered nurses. Also, a pre-admission physical is required for any child under 9 years of age who is entering the Kansas school system for the first time. The cost of a school exam can be deferred if the child qualifies for free or reduced price lunches at school.

Kan Be Healthy screenings for Medicaid and Healthwave recipients are also performed by our registered nurses. Those enrolled in Health Connect may need a referral from their primary physicians for the screenings.

Vision testing is performed with the HOTV and Snellan wall chart and the Titmus machine for determining near or far sightedness. Color blindness and muscle balance can also be tested.

Two hearing tests are available: a tympanogram, which checks middle ear pressure, and audiogram, which is a decimal tone test.

Our childcare licensing worker provides information packets and assistance to registered and licensed childcare providers. For those who need child care, a list of the county's childcare providers in good standing is available on request.

Nurses will give injections of a client's prescribed medication with a physician's order. These include special travel vaccines, B-12, and hormone injections. Allergy shots will not be given due to potential adverse reactions.

WIC is a USDA sponsored food supplement program for pregnant or breastfeeding women and children under 5 years old. Qualifications are certain income guidelines and a recognized need for better nutrition

Our trained health start visitor calls on every newborn in Rooks County with information on available programs and infant health concerns.

Our staff nurses can perform in-home medical services for clients of all ages by physician order. Non-ordered visits can be done for limited services at the request of the client or family for a small fee. Home Health Aide visits can be ordered to assist with personal care, ambulation, exercise and household services essential to health care at home.

Housekeeping services such as light cleaning, laundry, and meal preparation or personal care services such as bathing or dressing are provided. This program is administered by the Health Dept. but is ordered by the Northwest Kansas Area Agency on Aging. Call 1-800-432-7422 for more information.

This program provides nutrition and health education, counseling, and financial assistance for physician fees, lab work, sonograms, and mileage expenses for prenatal care to income qualified pregnant women.

In conjunction with the VFW, home health equipment such as walkers, toilet risers, crutches, commodes and shower chairs are available free of charge for use by anyone in Rooks County. Wheelchairs and Hospital beds are also available for free but require a $25 damage deposit. Breast pumps and car seats can be rented for $10 for as long as needed. Infant, Toddler and Booster seats are available.

Height/Weight: Calibrated scales are available for infants, children and adults.

Urine Analysis: Basic check of a urine sample for sugar, protein, PH & blood.

Hemoglobin: A blood drop is obtained by a finger stick and is tested for anemia.

Blood Sugar: A basic glucose test is performed on a drop of blood obtained by a finger stick, checking for hyper (high) or hypo (low) glycemia

Colon Cancer Screening: A kit is provided for clients to take home and return to the office for testing.

Informational Books and Videos: Check our video library for helpful information on various general health issues.

FEE SCHEDULE
(as of 12/22/2007)

Office Visit                                                                        $30.00
State Immunizations                                  per injection        $7.00
State Chicken Pox Vaccine (available to certain age groups)$7.00
TB Skin Test (General Public)                                           $10.00
Miscellaneous Injection  (client provides medication)            $7.00
Car Seat Rental                                                                $10.00
Breast Pump Rental      (Manual)                                      $20.00
                                    (Electric Pump)                             $10.00
                                    (Kit)                                             $15.00
Tympanogram/Audiogram                              each            $15.00
Vision Screening                                                               $15.00
Urine Analysis                                                                  $10.00
Glucose (finger stick)                                                        $10.00
Hemoglobin (finger stick)                                                  $10.00
Blood Pressure                                                                  FREE
Pregnancy Test                                                                  $5.00
Private Preschool Physical                                                $20.00
Pre-admission School Physical                                         $30.00
Baby Sitting Physical                                                        $20.00
Public Health Home Visit                                                  $10.00
Toenail Trim                                                                     $12.00
Pap Exam/Contraceptives                                 Based on Income
Tests for Sexually Transmitted Diseases                 per lab charge
Lipid Panel (cholesterol, triglycerides, HDL & LDL)        $15.00
Blood Draws    (doctor ordered)                Per Laboratory Charge
Blood Drawing Fee                                                           $7.00
Blood Drawing Fee (No appointment)                             $17.00
Flu Shots                                                     2007-$25.00 per mfg. price
Pneumoccoccal Shots                                  2007-$40.00 per mfg. price
Hepatitis B - Adult                                       2007-$30.00 per mfg. price
Hepatitis B - Child                                       2007-$20.00 per mfg. price
Hepatitis A - Adult                                      2007-$30.00 per mfg. price
Hepatitis A - Child                                      2007-$20.00 per mfg. price
Public Health Visit                                                             $10.00
Toenail Trim                                                                      $12.00
Private Adult TD (18 & older)                                           $25.00
Glucose (Blood Draw)                                                      $15.00
Adacel                                                        2007-$41.00 per mfg. price
MMR                                                         2007-$50.00 per mfg. price
Proquad                                                     2007-$130.00 per mfg. price
Gardisil                                                       2007-$125.00 per mfg. price
Varicella                                                     2007-$85.00 per mfg. price
Meningococcal                                           2007-$97.00 per mfg. price
Rotavirus                                                    2007-$73.00 per mfg. price
Dressing Change                                               $30.00 + supplies

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