Coronavirus (COVID-19): latest updates and how to get care. Or use the chat box below right to check symptoms. MENU Home Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) Coronavirus (COVID-19) Resources Vista en español At Dignity Health, challenges like the COVID-19 pandemic reinforce our commitment to caring for all. The safety of our visitors, patients, local communities, employees, and physicians remains our highest priority. We will continue to provide updates on this page with the latest information available. COVID-19 Vaccine Information Dignity Health is committed to distributing and administering COVID-19 vaccines as quickly as possible. Vaccine distribution depends on available supply. Visit our COVID-19 Vaccine Updates page for more information about vaccine distribution, availability, and frequently asked questions. Dignity Health has announced that all employees must be vaccinated against COVID-19 by Nov. 1. Read more COVID-19 Vaccine Updates An unwavering focus on safety for all If anything, the COVID-19 pandemic has toughened our resolve to care for every patient with empathy, kindness, and a vigilance that’s only intensified. We know you may have questions about receiving in-person care. That is why we are following safety guidelines from the CDC and state leaders, and are only resuming care where we have enough supplies, capacity and protective equipment to safely provide care. We will screen everyone entering our care sites for symptoms of COVID-19, and require all patients to wear masks. Extra cleanings have been added between procedures. Visitor restrictions will remain in place, and most care sites will have designated areas for patients with COVID-19. Video Visits We are pleased to offer video visits as a convenient and safe way to see your doctor without leaving your home. Learn more about what a video visit is, how it works, and what types of visits can be handled virtually. Learn more about video visitsSchedule a virtual visit Screening all patients and visitors Physical distancing Enhanced cleaning Temperature checks Required masking Hand hygiene Your support Pre-surgery interview Resuming elective procedures To prepare for the surge of COVID-19 cases, we temporarily paused many health care services and procedures. It was a difficult decision because these services are very important for our patients. Now, we are safely resuming scheduled services and procedures at care sites that meet a specific set of criteria. Learn more about how we are resuming services. For information about surgeries resuming at your local hospital, find one of our locations near you. See all of the providers offering video visits, so you can get the care you need. Our Commitment to Safe Care | Perioperative Our top priority has always been the safety of our patients, clinicians and staff. This video is intended to share with you the extra steps were taking before, during and after each surgery, to help keep everyone within our hospitals as safe as possible. Patient safety will always be priority number one. Watch video Our commitment to safe care Clinic safety Our top priority has always been the safety of our patients, clinicians and staff. This video is intended to share with you, five things that you'll experience first-hand as a patient during your next visit. Our goal is to make your clinic visit as safe as possible. We're here when you're ready. Watch video Labor + delivery Our top priority has always been the safety of our patients, clinicians and staff. This video is intended to share with you, five things that you'll experience first-hand to help keep you and your baby as safe as possible. Bringing in a new life into the world is an extraordinary moment and we want you to feel comfortable, safe and supported during this exciting moment. Watch video ERs Our top priority has always been the safety of our patients, clinicians and staff. We’ve taken extra steps to help ensure our ERs are safe and ready. This video is intended to share with you the extra steps we’re taking to make sure you get the care you need. Watch video How we're responding to COVID-19 We have made significant preparations to safely identify and treat patients with COVID-19 at our care sites across the ministry. We are closely monitoring the number of suspected or confirmed patients in our communities, and continue to follow the guidance of the CDC and local and state health officials. We are monitoring supplies and other resources so that we can safely treat COVID-19 patients without jeopardizing care for others. For the protection of our patients and caregivers, our care facilities have also implemented a universal masking policy. To increase access to care, we have expanded virtual visits with caregivers. Coronavirus testing Our health care providers are in constant communication with local health officials on coronavirus testing. Some of our divisions are offering drive-thru testing services, or outpatient clinics for testing. Check with your health care provider or county health department for more information about where to get a COVID-19 test. Additional information on testing is available through the CDC website. COVID-19 cost and coverage Coverage for your COVID-19 visit is determined by your health plan. There are also federal programs available for uninsured patients based upon defined criteria. We carefully review any charges from a COVID-related diagnosis. We work with both health plans and COVID-19 federal programs to help ensure that our patients are receiving any possible assistance. If a balance remains, we will only bill patients for their out-of-pocket responsibility. Payment plans and other financial assistance may be available, please call the number on your statement if you have questions. For additional questions about your statement If you received a statement and you have questions, please call the number on the statement. Public health guidance About coronavirus Coronavirus (COVID-19) is a respiratory illness that can spread from person to person. COVID-19 is now spreading in many parts of the United States. The virus can spread through close contact with someone who is already infected. Symptoms Patients with COVID-19 have mild to severe respiratory symptoms that can include fever, cough, and/or shortness of breath. Use our online symptom checker by clicking the orange chat box in the lower right corner. Physical distancing Certain behavior changes can help prevent the spread of coronavirus in our communities. Many states have implemented orders asking people to stay home and restricting large gatherings, and people are encouraged to practice "social/physical distancing" by avoiding crowds and remaining 6 feet apart from each other while in public places. Here are a few additional actions you can take to help prevent the spread of COVID-19: Wear a mask over your nose and mouth. Avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth with unwashed hands. Wash your hands often with soap and water, for at least 20 seconds. Use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer that contains at least 60 percent alcohol if soap and water are not available. Clean and disinfect frequently touched surfaces like countertops, door handles, faucets, and phones. Stay home if you are sick. If you need medical care and have COVID-19 symptoms, call ahead first, or contact your physician for a virtual visit. How you can help We all need to work together to keep our communities safe and healthy in the face of COVID-19. Thank you for your seeking to lend your support. Here are some ways you can help: Help prevent the spread of COVID-19 by taking the important measures listed above. Equipment donations - Although we are not experiencing equipment shortages at this time, many of our divisions are accepting donations of personal protective equipment in anticipation of future need. Accepted items may include disposable gowns, coveralls, masks, gloves, and protective eyewear. Check with your local hospital for specific requests. Support community organizations - Many trusted organizations are responding to the COVID-19 pandemic. Here are a few you may consider supporting: The Dignity Health Foundation and CHI National Foundation The United Way has launched a COVID-19 Fund. The American Red Cross has organized blood donation opportunities to fight COVID-19. The CDC offers tips for managing stress and anxiety about COVID-19. Additional information and resources Centers for Disease Control (CDC) World Health Organization Johns Hopkins Coronavirus Resource Center California State Health Department Arizona State Health Department Nevada State Health Department Coronavirus news and updates We've learned a lot during this pandemic; let's put the knowledge to good use SEP 29, 2020 We have acquired an enormous amount of actionable knowledge about the virus—how to test for and better treat it, how to prevent its spread and how to protect ourselves against it. Our infection prevention leaders share some core lessons learned. A Salute to Nurses SEP 29, 2020 Chief Nursing Officer Kathleen Sanford salutes the 40,000+ nursing professionals across our system's 137 hospitals in 21 states during what the World Health Organization has declared the International Year of the Nurse. CommonSpirit Health Opens Reference Lab to Increase COVID-19 Test Capacity across the U.S. SEP 8, 2020 "CommonSpirit Health today announced the opening of its Reference Lab, which will more than triple current COVID-19 testing for the nonprofit’s 137 hospitals and 1000+ care sites. Located in Scottsdale, Arizona, CommonSpirit’s Lab will alone increase the country’s COVID-19 test capacity by 70,000 tests per week." See More About Dignity Health Community health Organized Health Care Arrangement (OHCA) Our locations Our organization Press center Ways to give Governance and leadership HIPAA Notice of Privacy Practices: California HIPAA Notice of Privacy Practices: Arizona HIPAA Notice of Privacy Practices: Nevada Careers For physicians Legal and privacy notices Copyright Contact us Site map Follow us Feedback × We'd welcome your feedback! Thank you for visiting our website. 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