Q: Where can I go to get the H1N1 vaccine?
It is still being determined where the H1N1 vaccine will be administered. Unity will provide the locations at unityhealth.com once they become available.
You may also refer to the Flu Clinic Locator for further information.
Q: Is the H1N1 vaccine covered by Unity?
The cost of administering the H1N1 vaccine is a covered benefit for Unity members.
Q: I was charged upfront for the H1N1 vaccine; how do I get reimbursed?
To be reimbursed for the administration of your H1N1 vaccine, please complete the Member Claim Form and submit it to Unity.
Q: What should I do if I think I have H1N1?
If you have flu-like symptoms, you should stay home and avoid contact with other people, unless you need medical care. If you are in a high risk category or are pregnant, contact your PCP. If you have been sick for more than three days, contact your PCP for advice.
For further information, refer to the CDC's recommendations for what to do if you have the flu.
Q: How do I know if my PCP has the H1N1 vaccine?
You should contact your PCP to determine where you should get your vaccine.
Q: Can I go to urgent care to receive the H1N1 vaccine?
Urgent care centers and emergency rooms do not offer these vaccines. You should contact your PCP to determine where you can get your vaccine.
Q: Can I get tested for H1N1 at an urgent care facility?
It is recommended that you contact your PCP if you think you may have H1N1. He/she can answer your questions and direct you to the correct place for care.
Q: My child is going to school out of the area and there is an outbreak of H1N1 where he/she lives. Can he/she get an H1N1 vaccine? Where should he/she go to get the vaccine and will it be covered?
Yes, your child can receive the H1N1 vaccine where she lives. Unity will cover the administration cost of the vaccine when given by a pharmacist or practitioner. It still being determined where the H1N1 vaccine will be administered. Unity will provide the locations at unityhealth.com/flu-information once they become available.
Q: If I go to the emergency room or an urgent care facility for the H1N1 vaccine or to be tested, will my copayment be reimbursed?
It is recommended that you contact your PCP if you think you may have H1N1. He/she can answer your questions and direct you to the correct place for care.
