Mission
The mission of Student Health Services is to deliver quality health care and effective service that meets the physical, psychological, cognitive, and interpersonal needs of our students. We respect individual autonomy and safeguard the privacy of our patients. Our ethical principals and guidelines are closely aligned with our professional organization, the American College Health Association. We use American College Health guidelines and standards in our daily operations and planning decisions.
Eligibility
All TWU students that are currently enrolled in face-to-face, online or distance edcuation classes pay a Medical Services Fee (MSF) of $43 each semester. The Medical Services Fee funds the Student Health Services which provides a variety of services to students on all campuses. The MSF pays one third of SHS operating cost
Although the Student Health Services clinic is located on the Denton campus, it is available for use by fee paying students from all campuses.
Students who pay a MSF are also eligible to purchase the Student Health Insurance Plan. Student Health Services administers and facilitates this insurance program for students.
Immunization services provided by Student Health Services are also funded by the MSF. The Immunization program verifies the immunization compliancy of health care majors on all campuses.
Immunizations are offered prior to the start of each semester for new students accepted into one of the Health Science programs. Proof of acceptance, such as an acceptance letter, is required to receive immunizations.
Student Health Services is also funded in part by additional costs charged for services, like office visits, lab, and pharmacy. The MSF is a relatively low fee as compared with other Universities. Students who use TWU SHS are charged for services provided. By charging fees to students who use the clinical services, Student Health Services is able to keep its MSF lower than other Universities.
The medical services fee amount is subject to change each academic year.
Hours of Operations and Appointments
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The clinic is closed for medical services and appointments on Fridays from 11:30 to 2:00pm due to weekly staff development and training. Emergencies only are accepted during this time. However, students may still come in to schedule appointments or pick up prescriptions.
To make an appointment visit the clinic or please call 940.898.3826. For more information, visit our appointments page.
Confidentiality
Student Health Services is required by law to maintain the privacy of protected health information (PHI) and to provide you with a notice of our legal duties and privacy practices with respect to your PHI.
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