4687 University Drive, 236.2713, southern.edu/universityhealth
The UHC provides medical services for primary, acute, sub-acute conditions, illnesses, and injuries to Southern students, employees, and dependents, ages 10 and older, if they are covered by the university student health insurance or their own private health insurance plans.
Students with chronic-health conditions should continue to have their condition managed by their primary-care physician, and the UHC will work closely with the primary-care physician while the student is at Southern. The UHC is available to make referrals to area health-care providers in the event a student's condition needs the attention of a medical provider that specializes in the medical condition presented to them.
The University Health Center (UHC) is under the supervision of a physician. Two nurse practitioners work regular office hours, and the physician sees students at pre-arranged times. Registered nurses also work regular office hours.
After-hours Emergencies (evenings, nights, and weekends): For any perceived life-or limb- threatening emergency, on or off-campus, please call 911. Emergency care should NEVER be delayed due to being unable to reach the UHC or the on-call nurse.
Medical charges: All charges incurred at the UHC are applied to the student's account. The UHC does submit claims for those students with Southern's health insurance. The insurance reimbursement is posted on the student's account when it is received. The UHC is unable to process claims for students with private insurance, so students should plan to file their own insurance. A walk-out statement summarizing fees for services provided is available by request.
Medical information is strictly confidential and may be released only with the written permission of the student. The medical record is not accessible to anyone other than the professional staff of the UHC.
The UHC retains medical records for 10 years after a student's last attendance at the university. Immunization records are kept indefinitely. To request copies of medical and/or immunization records, please submit a Medical Release Authorization form. This can be obtained at southern.edu/administration/university-health-center/forms. Submit form to UHC@southern.edu.