Oregon State University: Health Services For Alumni

Oregon State University's Student Health Services provides clinical and prevention services to OSU students, including primary care services, wellness coaching, and educational outreach. The on-campus Health Center and Rapid Care @ Tebeau Hall Clinic offer a broad range of clinical care services to OSU students, with many services being free or low-cost. However, it is unclear whether alumni can access these services or if they are exclusive to current students. This paragraph introduces the topic and provides an overview of the health services available at Oregon State University, while also highlighting the ambiguity surrounding alumni access.

OSU Student Health Insurance

Oregon State University (OSU) offers a comprehensive student health insurance plan that covers medical, mental health, prescription drug, dental, and vision benefits. All Oregon State students are strongly encouraged to have some form of health insurance, and international students are mandated to have health insurance coverage, automatically enrolling in the OSU Student Health Insurance Plan.

The OSU Student Health Insurance Plan is provided by PacificSource and offers affordable coverage and access to a wide network of healthcare providers across the nation. The plan is available to domestic students, Ecampus students, and PharmD students on a voluntary basis. To be eligible, undergraduate students must be enrolled at Oregon State for six credit hours, while graduate students must be enrolled for three credit hours.

The OSU Student Health Insurance Plan can be used at OSU Student Health Services, doctors' offices, and hospitals. Student Health Services is the cheapest place to receive healthcare and offers same-day appointments. Off-campus urgent care options are also available, such as Corvallis Clinic Immediate Care or Samaritan Urgent Care.

Students with private insurance that was not purchased through OSU are considered out-of-network with Student Health Services, and their insurance may not cover labs, office procedures, immunizations, and physicals requiring paperwork. It is recommended that these students contact their health insurance company prior to visiting Student Health Services to understand their out-of-network benefits.

The Student Health Benefits Plan supports students in making informed health insurance choices to protect their academic progress from disruptive healthcare costs.

On-campus medical services

Oregon State University (OSU) offers a range of on-campus medical services for its students. These services are provided by OSU Student Health, which has two locations on campus: The Health Center and Rapid Care @ Tebeau Hall Clinic.

The Health Center

The Health Center is located at 850 SW 26th St., Corvallis OR 97331. During academic terms, it is open Monday to Friday, 8:45 a.m.-5 p.m., and closed on weekends. OSU students can schedule appointments by calling 541-737-9355 or booking through the Patient Portal.

Rapid Care @ Tebeau Hall Clinic

The Tebeau Hall Clinic is located in the Tebeau Residence Hall at 1351 SW Washington Ave., Corvallis OR 97331. Its academic term hours are Monday to Friday, 9:10 a.m.-4:30 p.m., with a lunch break from 11:15 a.m.-12:15 p.m. Appointments can be made by calling 541-737-9355 or booking online. Rapid Care @ Tebeau Hall offers same-day appointments for minor illnesses and medical concerns.

Services Offered

OSU Student Health provides a broad range of clinical and prevention services, including primary care, wellness coaching, and educational outreach. Many services are free or low-cost for OSU students due to the OSU Student Health Insurance. These services include:

• Clinical care at the Plageman Student Health Clinic
• Recovery support
• Nutrition counselling
• Injury care
• Gender-affirming care
• Wellness programs
• Disease prevention and treatment
• Health promotion
• Gender-based violence prevention
• Alcohol education
• Referrals and authorizations

In addition, translation services are available at both locations upon request.

Mental Health Services

OSU also offers mental health services through Counseling & Psychological Services (CAPS). CAPS provides professional counselling services for students experiencing mental health challenges and can be contacted at 541-737-2131. They also offer remote services, including ongoing individual counselling and a Single Session Clinic for one-time appointments.

Off-Campus Medical Care

For students seeking off-campus medical care, OSU Student Health can provide referrals to local doctors. Students with OSU Student Health Insurance (Pacific Source) can utilise this referral system. Students with their own health insurance can visit their insurance company's website to find a list of in-network doctors.

Off-campus medical care

If you are an OSU student with OSU Student Health Insurance (Pacific Source) and you are looking for a specific type of doctor or wish to see a doctor off campus, OSU Student Health can refer you.

If you are an OSU student with your own health insurance from another provider, go to your health insurance company's website. Search for a list of local doctors, choose one, and call to make an appointment. If you see a doctor who is not on the list, it will cost you more.

For urgent or emergency medical care, you have several options, but these services will be more expensive. You do not need an appointment for these services, but you should only use them in serious situations. Bring your insurance card and identification with you. Options include:

• QuickCare, 2001 NW Monroe, St. 104 Corvallis, OR 97330 (open every day from 7 am to 7 pm)
• Samaritan Urgent Care Center, 5234 SW Philomath Blvd. Corvallis, OR 97333 (open Monday to Friday from 8 am to 8 pm, Saturday from 9 am to 6 pm, and Sunday from 10 am to 6 pm)
• Emergency Room (most expensive), 3600 NW Samaritan Drive Corvallis, OR 97330 (open 24/7)
• Ambulance or emergency situation (call 911, most expensive)

Please note that if you go to the ER for a non-emergency, your insurance company may refuse to pay, and you will have to cover the costs yourself. These costs can be in the hundreds or thousands of dollars.

Urgent or emergency medical care

If you are an Oregon State University (OSU) student and are facing an urgent or emergency medical problem, it is important to know your options for care, especially if the Student Health Center is closed. Here is some detailed information on how to access urgent or emergency medical care as an OSU student:

The Student Health Center provides clinical care for all health fee-paying OSU students at the Plageman Student Health Clinic. However, their services may not be available after hours or during closures. In such cases, you have several options for urgent medical care, but these services can be significantly more expensive, and you may be required to pay if your insurance does not cover non-emergency visits. Therefore, it is essential to use these services only in serious situations.

If you have an urgent medical issue, you can consider the following options:

• QuickCare: Located at 2001 NW Monroe, St. 104 in Corvallis, OR, and open daily from 7 am to 7 pm.
• Samaritan Urgent Care Center: Found at 5234 SW Philomath Blvd. in Corvallis, OR, with extended hours during the week and weekend availability.
• Emergency Room: The most expensive option, located at 3600 NW Samaritan Drive in Corvallis, OR, and open 24/7.
• Call 911: For the most urgent situations, you can call 911 anytime to request an ambulance or emergency assistance.

When visiting any of these urgent care options, remember to bring your insurance card and a form of identification, such as a passport or driver's license. Additionally, be aware that using the emergency room or calling 911 for non-emergency situations can result in high out-of-pocket costs, so only utilise these options for genuine emergencies.

While this information pertains to urgent and emergency medical care options for OSU students, it is unclear whether alumni have access to the same resources. It is recommended to contact the OSU Student Health Center or the alumni association to clarify the availability of their services for former students.

Prescribed and over-the-counter medications

Oregon State University's Student Health Services (SHS) provides a broad range of clinical and prevention services, including primary care services, wellness coaching, and educational outreach.

The SHS pharmacy provides prescribed and over-the-counter medications to students. Prescribed medications are those that require a consultation with a doctor and a subsequent prescription. Over-the-counter medications are those that can be purchased without a prescription, such as cough drops and pain relievers.

The SHS pharmacy is located on the Corvallis campus within the Samaritan Athletic Medicine Center, with free designated parking available. The address is 845 SW 30th St Suite 201, Corvallis, OR 97331. The Samaritan Pharmacy also offers drug take-back bins and additional over-the-counter products.

SHS providers can send prescriptions to any pharmacy of the student's choosing, including those close to the OSU Corvallis campus. The OSU-sponsored Pacific Source insurance plans offer comprehensive pharmacy coverage, which can be accessed at most retail pharmacies, including the Samaritan Athletic Medicine Center. Students with Pacific Source insurance can also fill their prescriptions through mail order.

Students with OSU Student Health Insurance (Pacific Source) can be referred to off-campus doctors if they require a specific type of physician. For urgent medical problems, there are several off-campus options available, including QuickCare, Samaritan Urgent Care Center, and the Emergency Room. However, these services are significantly more expensive and should only be used in serious situations.

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