Carleton College Wellness Center FAQs

What do I do if I need prescription medicines while I am at Carleton?

Wed, 15 Jun 2005 11:51:51 -0500

· You can fill your prescription medicines before coming to Carleton at your home pharmacy.

· You can have your health care provider write a prescription that you can fill at local Northfield Pharmacies

· You can make an appointment with one of the Nurse Practitioners at The Wellness Center to review your prescription needs.

· If you are on Adderall or other meds for ADHD you need to make an appointment with one of The Wellness Center staff members who can clear you to meet with our staff Psychiatrist. He will review your case and write prescriptions to be filled in Northfield. We request that you have your home provider send us dictation regarding your diagnosis/progress and treatment program before you make an appointment at The Wellness Center. Fax to: 507-222-5038. We find this very helpful with your care.

Where do I go if I have a disability and need accommodations?

Wed, 15 Jun 2005 12:49:57 -0500

All students with disabilities must register with Disability Services for Students before accommodations can be granted. Proper documentation is required. Disability Services for Students is housed in The Wellness Center and can be reached at 507-222-4080.

If you are on medication for ADHD or another documented disability and need refills while you are at Carleton, you need to make an appointment with one of The Wellness Center staff members who can clear you to meet with our consulting psychiatrist. He will review your case and write prescriptions to be filled in Northfield. We request that you have your home provider send us records regarding your diagnosis/progress and treatment program before you make an appointment at The Wellness Center (fax to: 507-222-5038.) Receiving records in advance is very helpful in providing a seamless continuum of care.

I won’t be able to make the deadline for the Health and Physical form to be returned by August 6th. What should I do?

Tue, 14 Jun 2005 03:40:14 -0500

Call The Wellness Center (507-222-4080) and leave a message with your name and the date by which we can expect your form to arrive.

Can the Health and Physical form be faxed?

Tue, 14 Jun 2005 03:42:33 -0500

We will accept a faxed form. Our fax number is: 507-222-5038.

I anticipate needing on-going counseling for a psychological concern. Can I work with a psychologist at The Wellness Center?

Wed, 15 Jun 2005 12:42:35 -0500

The Wellness Center (TWC) offers short-term individual and group counseling services to enrolled Carleton students. Counselors will meet with students needing longer-term care to help them find appropriate referrals in the community. The Wellness Center also provides the services of a psychiatrist whom students may see free of charge, upon referral from another TWC staff member. Students who anticipate needing long-term counseling or who begin college with a history of serious mental health concerns (chronic depression or anxiety, serious eating disorders, bipolar disorder, etc.) should establish care with a local psychological provider with whom they can establish an ongoing therapeutic relationship.

Is there a peer I can talk to regarding health questions?

Wed, 15 Jun 2005 12:53:56 -0500

Yes. The Student Wellness Advisors (SWAs) are available to provide you with educational information and advice about physical and psychological health related topics.

Does Carleton College offer an insurance plan that I can purchase?

Wed, 15 Jun 2005 12:16:28 -0500

The College works with Specialty Risk Group (800-513-3788) to provide a student accident/sickness plan. Contact them for general questions about the plan. The plan is underwritten by Combined Insurance Company of America and will provide coverage for a full twelve months. The premium for coverage is $653. Information about the plan was mailed to your home in the #1 mailing. In general, most benefits are paid at 80%, after the one-time $100 deductible, but we encourage you to view the policy for complete, accurate details of the plan.

What immunizations are required for admission to Carleton College?

Wed, 27 Apr 2005 03:19:16 -0500

To be compliant with Minnesota State Law, all incoming students are required to provide:

dates of immunization against tetanus and diphtheria (Td) or Tdap (must be within the last 10 years)
dates of immunizations against measles, mumps, rubella (MMR) (2 doses at least 28 days apart after 12 months of age)
a completed Tuberculosis Risk Assessment on page 5 and if indicated, submit results of a PPD (Mantoux test) given within the past 12 months
International Students must provide results of a TB mantoux test given within the last 12 months

Are there fees to see health care providers at The Wellness Center?

Wed, 15 Jun 2005 12:03:20 -0500

No. There are no fees to see mental health or physical health providers. However, there are fees associated with some of the lab tests/procedures done at the health center.

PPDs (Mantoux) $ 3

Birth control pills $11 per pack, nuva-ring $32 per cycle

Emergency Contraception $10

Pap smears $24

Strep test $5

Urine test $5

Pregnancy test $5

Wet prep (yeast, etc.) $15

STI test--cost according to tests required

We are phasing out our on-campus pharmacy. Our Nurse Practitioners can write prescriptions for students to take to a Northfield pharmacy to fill.

Does the Carleton Insurance Plan offer Mental Health Coverage?

Wed, 15 Jun 2005 12:25:54 -0500

Yes. The insured student is responsible for a $100 deductible per year. Policy year maximum is 80% of the first 10 hours and 75% of the next 20 hours. Maximum benefit is 30 hours in one policy year.

Authorization is required for any and all outpatient services in excess of 10 hours. The provider will contact the insurance company to get authorization. This is not the student’s responsibility. Student should file a claim form after every diagnosis for reimbursement. Claim forms can be picked up at The Wellness Center or downloaded from www.visit-aci.com/forms/COM05.pdf.

What services are available at The Wellness Center?

Wed, 15 Jun 2005 12:11:16 -0500

Please see the Wellness Center website for a full description of the mental health and physical health services available.

Can I attend classes if I don’t purchase the Carleton sponsored insurance plan?

Wed, 15 Jun 2005 12:38:47 -0500

Yes, but you must fill out a waiver card and provide The Wellness Center your alternate insurance information before you will be able to register for classes. All students must provide proof of some medical insurance coverage or registration will be blocked.

I see a medical provider for chronic ongoing health condition. Can I continue care at The Wellness Center?

Wed, 27 Apr 2005 03:13:50 -0500

We recommend that students with chronic health conditions make an appointment at the Allina Medical Clinic (663-9000) or the Cannon Valley Clinic (664-2000) to establish ongoing care. Conditions warranting this include: Diabetes, Crohn’s Disease, unstable asthma, ongoing orthopedic care, etc.

Where can I find information about alcohol and other drug resources?

Wed, 15 Jun 2005 12:57:01 -0500

The Wellness Center provides students with chemical health screenings, referrals and education about alcohol and other related drugs.

Are there 24 hour emergency services available to Carleton students?

Wed, 15 Jun 2005 12:47:12 -0500

There are no after-hour medical services provided through The Wellness Center. Students may seek evening or weekend care at Allina Medical Clinic or at the Northfield Hospital. Carleton Security Services personnel are trained as medical First Responders and will assist with student emergencies 24 hours a day, and refer to ambulance or emergency room services as necessary.

There is a psychologist on-call 24 hours a day when the academic term is in session to address psychological emergencies that occur after business hours.