Located on campus, UHS has medical, dental, eye-care, mental health, specialty clinic, and health education services. Auxiliary services such as a pharmacy, radiology, laboratory and physical therapy are also available. Dental, eye care clinics and prescriptions are not covered by the Basic Health Fee. Routine services are fully covered under the Basic Health Fee Plan except for some services for which copayments exist, such as after hours care, specialty clinics, and some special procedures. UHS is open 24 hours a day during the academic semesters for urgent problems, and clinic hours are 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Appointments are necessary.
The fee for the Supplemental Health Benefits Plan is waivable only if you are covered under a health insurance policy and have filled out a waiver card in accordance with Massachusetts state law. Brochures are available and questions concerning the plans and enrollment procedures can be answered at the UHS Member Services Department, 549-2671 extension 192. The state requires this evidence to be provided within 10 days of University registration. Students who cannot provide evidence of immunization are required to get immunized during this period. Immunization is provided by UHS for a fee.