Health Care, Insurance, and Local Health Care Facilities
As an international student, scholar, or employee you have invested a considerable amount of time, energy and money to come to the United States to study. A major medical problem could be unexpected and costly for you. It is for this reason that all international students, scholars and faculty must ensure that they have proper health insurance and know about options for medical care at the University of Mississippi and within the community.
Health Insurance
Health insurance coverage is essential. Learn more about the requirements and processes at the following links:
Student Health Insurance Information
J-1 Scholar Health Insurance Information
Health Care Information
General Medical Care Procedures
In the U.S., there are many types of health care facilities. Some will require that you have an appointment while others like the Student Health Center and “urgent care” facilities do not. Physicians who specialize in a particular type of care often require that a general-practice provider give a referral in order for you to even make an appointment with the specialist.
Health insurance plans may also influence which doctor or facility you use as the health insurance reimbursement may be greater if you use a doctor that is part of the insurance company’s preferred provider network.
- Generally if you are a student, the first place you should go for treatment is the University Student Health Center. The Student Health Center can refer you to a specialist if needed.
- If you need assistance when the Student Health Center is closed, consider using an urgent-care facility.
- For serious injuries and life threatening conditions, the hospital emergency room is appropriate.
- Doctor, Urgent Care, Or ER? | Medical Checklist
When you visit a doctor’s office, be prepared to provide your medical insurance information. A member of the doctor’s staff will ask you for a medical history before you are examined. The purpose of this is to obtain background information needed to treat you and to determine if there are any medications which should not be used. When asked to complete the history, be as exact and honest as possible, as these records will be used to determine your treatment. Medical records are private information, and cannot be released without your explicit permission.
Health Care Facilities Information
On-Campus Health Care Facilities
Student Health Center
Most students’ and employees’ first choice for non-emergency health care will be the Student Health Services Center located on campus at the V.B. Harrison building. Student Health Services is open Monday through Thursday 8:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m. and from 9:00-5:00 on Fridays. For more information visit:The Student Health Services Center
Employee Health Center
Employees of the University who are benefits-eligible are able to use the Employee Health Center. For more information visit: Employee Health Center
Off-Campus Health Care Facilities
REDMED URGENT CLINIC
LOCATION: 1902 B, Jackson Ave W, Oxford
TELEPHONE: 234-6464
https://www.redmedclinic.com/oxford/
URGENT CARE CLINIC OF OXFORD
LOCATION: 1487 Belk Boulevard, Oxford
TELEPHONE: 234-1090
http://www.urgentcareclinicoxford.com/
IN CASE OF A MAJOR EMERGENCY, SEVERE ACCIDENT, OR LIFE-THREATENING SITUATION:
BAPTIST MEMORIAL HOSPITAL NORTH MISSISSIPPI
1100 Belk Blvd, Oxford, MS 38655
EMERGENCY ROOM: 911
Medications, Dental and Vision Care
Medications and Prescriptions
You may be given a prescription for medications to help you recover from illness or injury. Prescriptions must be filled by a licensed pharmacist. The Student Health Center has a pharmacy. There are also pharmacies located within stores such as Walmart, Kroger, Walgreens, CVS and Chaney’s.
Dental and Vision Care
Dental and Vision care is separate from medical care in this country, and most health insurance does not cover dental or optological procedures. Separate dental and vision insurance must be obtained for dental or vision coverage. Employees of the University can purchase dental insurance through Human Resources. Vision or eye-care insurance can be purchased from a variety of insurance companies found online.
Counseling Services
You may reach the Counseling Center by calling 915-3784 or visiting their website.