The school-based health center is provided by Carthage Area Hospital at Carthage Central School for middle and high school students.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS:

What is a school-based health center? It is a unique health care model in which comprehensive physical, mental, and preventative health services are provided to school-aged youth in the school setting while working with outside primary care providers.

How much does it cost? Nothing! There are NO copays or deductibles. The clinic accepts the amount paid by insurances. If a student needs insurance, the staff at the clinic can provide information and help the student get set up!

What if I already have a Primary Care Provider? No problem! The school clinic will work with your Primary Care Provider to make sure that your child gets everything that they need.

How do I enroll my child? All you have to do is fill out an enrollment packet. You may download, complete and mail in the enrollment forms.

What types of services are offered? Age appropriate well-child exams Diagnosis and treatment of acute illness and injury Management and monitoring of chronic health conditions Lab testing Immunizations Mental Health and Mental Health referrals Referrals for Nutritional services Allergy injections Sports physicals PPD testing Age appropriate reproductive health

When is the clinic open? During normal school hours---Monday- Friday 7:00-3:00 pm Carthage High SBHC: 315-493-5070 Carthage Middle SBHC: 315-493-5075

What if my child needs care at times the school-based clinic is not open? Carthage Area Hospital offers 24 hour health access. You may take your child to the Carthage Family Health Center (315-493-4187) during their hours of operations Monday-Friday 7:00am-5:00pm; They also offer an after hour telephone service where a nurse will answer your call and answer any questions you may have; Carthage Area Hospital also offers a Walk-In-Clinic for any non-emergency care. Their hours of operation are 7:00am-7:00pm Monday-Friday. Saturdays and Sundays 9:00am-3:00pm; and Carthage Emergency Department (Please do not take your child to the ER for non-emergencies, if the Walk-in-Clinic or Carthage Family Health Center are open).