Students are seen by appointment only. Same-day appointments are available on a limited basis depending on availability. We always do our best to work with patients with acute illnesses and injuries. To increase the likelihood of being seen sooner please contact us as early as possible.
If no appointments are available, students will be assessed by a triage nurse and provided with an appropriate plan of care which may include: guidance on symptom management; referrals to urgent/emergency care; scheduling for the next available appointment.
UHS Services
We offer primary medical care, health promotion and insurance services for all currently enrolled students. UHS does not see employees or former students. Explore this page for a listing of UHS services (and fees), many of which are now being offered virtually.
If you need a medical appointment, or to speak with a nurse, call UHS at 412-268-2157, Option 2. Students can also schedule many UHS based appointments through HealthConnect.
Allergy Services
If you are unable to meet these requirements, we are happy to help students connect with a local specialist for allergy care.
Comprehensive Care Coordination
Our Comprehensive Care Coordinator helps students identify and coordinate services to meet their health and academic support needs. The CCM works with Academic Development, Counseling and Psychological Services, Disability Resources, Housing Services, Dining Services and other campus offices. This free service is available to all students who:
- Need assistance with management of health problems
- Have health-related difficulties that may affect learning
- May have a learning or medical disability
Contact our Comprehensive Care Coordinator.
General Illness or Injury
- Nurse and clinician appointments, and follow-up care
- Same-day appointments available
Health Promotion
Services include, but not limited to:
- Substance use, stress management, and sleep assessments
- Sexually transmitted Infection (STI) testing
Insurance
Assistance with CMU SHIP medical/dental/vision enrollments, waivers, benefits and medical billing.Schedule an appointment through HealthConnect, email our student insurance team, or call 412-268-2157, Option 3.
Interpretation Services
Available for students who would like support with communicating with their provider during appointments. Trained healthcare interpreters are available for many languages, including Mandarin, Hindi, Korean and American Sign Language.
Students may request this service during any visit.
LGBTQIA+ Health
LGBTQIA+ students can receive general medical care as well as specialized services at UHS.
Contact Health Promotion with questions. Trans and non-binary students can also schedule a gender-affirming care navigation appointment on HealthConnect.
Medication Disposal
Medication Disposal is available at CMUPD's main office 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Medications should be brought to the drop box in the lobby at 4551 Filmore Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15213.
Medical Records
Immunization records, test results, statements and after-visit summaries are all available to download/print from HealthConnect.
- Current students and recent graduates (within 90 days) can request additional medical records via "Messages" in HealthConnect.
- Former students who no longer have access to HealthConnect must submit a Consent for Release of Medical Information Form (pdf).
- UHS only maintains patient records for 10 years.
- Please contact CaPS to request any mental health records.
Nutrition Services
Students can consult with the UHS dietitian for assistance with the following:
- meal planning, food allergies, weight management and eating disorders
If you have medical condition that requires a dining plan accommodation, complete the Special Dining Needs form (pdf).
Physical Exams (limited availability)
- annual wellness exam, annual women's health exam, driver's physical exam
Prescription Refills
UHS can provide a refill if an existing prescription is on record at UHS, and the prescription is still valid.
- there must also be at least one authorized refill remaining (check prescription label).
If you are out of refills, bring in a new prescription or contact your provider through HealthConnect to obtain a new prescription. Refills will be ready for pick-up two business days after a request is received.
Request refills, via "messages", in HealthConnect
Sexual Health
Services include, but not limited to:
- Routine/annual/problem gynecological exams
- Sexual health testing and education, emergency contraception, condoms and safer sex supplies
- Pregnancy testing, prevention counseling and prescriptions
Sports Medicine Evaluations
- Acute and chronic musculo-skeletal injuries/pain
Vaccines/Immunizations and Travel Health
Many immunizations and vaccines are available at UHS, including Tuberculosis Testing.
- Several local pharmacies also offer vaccines on a walk-in basis, no prescription needed, and are in-network for the CMU SHIP.
For students who are traveling, UHS administers Oral Typhoid (by prescription), and prescribes anti-malarial medication. We do not offer a Yellow Fever vaccine.
- For travel health information for specific destinations, visit the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) website
- The Allegheny County Health Department offers additional vaccines and travel consultations
Health Services Billing and Fees
University Health Services (UHS) sees all enrolled students, regardless if you have the CMU Student Health Insurance Plan (SHIP), or an outside insurance plan.
UHS Billing
UHS does not bill outside insurance plans, so students not enrolled in the SHIP must submit a claim to their insurance plan for reimbursement.
- For UHS fees not covered by the SHIP, and for students on other health plans, UHS charges your student account at the time of service.
- In order to protect a student's privacy, all UHS charges will appear as "Health Services". Visit types and services are not listed.
- For students who wish to review their charges, or submit a claim to their insurance plan, itemized receipts are available in HealthConnect, under Statements.
UHS Fees
1. The CMU SHIP covers most Health Center visit fees, and visit fees apply to both in-person and telehealth appointments:
- Students will be charged $10 for missed provider appointments.
2. Medications dispensed from UHS will incur a charge:
- If enrolled in the SHIP, each medication will incur up to a $15 copay.
- Students with outside insurance - please consult with the provider to confirm costs.
3. Laboratory testing sent outside of UHS is processed by Quest Diagnostics and will incur a copay, on top of any non-covered charges:
- Review laboratory billing guidelines.
CMU Students : Visit Fees
Type of Visit |
Cost |
|
Doctor/advanced practice initial |
$25 |
| Doctor/advanced practice follow-up | $25 |
| Sports medicine initial | $35 |
| Sports medicine follow-up | $30 |
| Dietitian initial | $20 |
| Dietitian follow-up | $15 |
| Nurse or Health Promotion visit | Free |
|
Driver's Physical Exam - **Not covered by any insurance |
**$30 |
Fees for Frequently Requested Services
| Wound care | $11 |
| Earwax removal | $11 |
| Breathing treatment for asthma | $21 |
|
Fluid replacement (IV therapy) |
$27 |
| Stitches | $56 |
| Removal of stitches | $13 |
| Wart removal (freezing or chemical) |
$27 |
On-Site Testing Fees
| Phlebotomy (lab work) for an outside provider | $10 |
|
Heart rhythm test (EKG) UPMC will charge an additional fee for interpretation of the EKG. This fee is typically around $35 but may vary depending on your insurance |
$15 |
| 5-minute strep throat test (Rapid Strep) | $10 |
| Pregnancy test (urine) | $5 |
| Rapid HIV/Syphilis combination test |
$25 |
| PCR COVID-19 Testing (includes flu) |
$105 |
| Rapid Antigen COVID-19 Testing (includes flu) | $33 |
Pre-College Students: Visit Fees
Type of Visit |
Cost |
| Doctor/advanced practice initial | $30 |
| Doctor/advanced practice follow-up | $25 |
| Sports medicine initial | $35 |
| Sports medicine follow-up | $30 |
| Dietitian initial | $20 |
| Dietitian follow-up | $15 |
| Nurse | $10 |
Immunization & Vaccine Fees
| Hepatitis A | $96 |
|
Hepatitis B |
$143 |
| Human Papillomavirus (HPV) | $325 |
| Influenza | $30 |
| Measles, Mumps, Rubella (MMR) | $108 |
Meningitis B |
|
| Meningococcal (ACWY) | $173 |
| Tetanus, Diptheria and Pertussis (Tdap) | $68 |
| Tuberculin Skin Test (PPD) | $24 |
| Tuberculosis Blood Test (QuantiFERON Gold) |
$78 |
| Varicella |
$179 |
Wellness to Go Vending Machines
Learn more about Wellness to GO, and explore a full list of available items including, but not limited to:
|
At home rapid antigen COVID-19 testing kit |
$7 |
|
Condoms |
Free |
|
Acetaminophen |
$4 |
|
Allergy Relief |
$4 |
|
Narcan Nasal Spray |
Free |
|
Fentanyl and Xylazine Test Strip |
Free |
**Wellness to Go products are not covered by the CMU SHIP