Nov 21, 2024  
2016-2017 ULM Student Policy Manual 
    
2016-2017 ULM Student Policy Manual [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Student Health Services


To better serve your medical needs, ULM has partnered with Affinity Health Group who will be responsible for operating our Health Clinic at ULM.

The Affinity Health Clinic at ULM is located in the Student Health and Counseling Center on the corner of University Avenue, and LaSalle Street (across from Madison Hall) and is staffed by Board Certified Family Nurse Practitioners, nurses and a receptionist. Clerical personnel are available to assist with your billing and referral needs.

The clinic specializes in Immunization requirements for the admissions to ULM and those required by the medical programs (such as nursing, pharmacy, radiology, etc.).

There are many benefits offered through the Affinity Health Clinic.  For more information visit www.ulmhealthclinic.com/ or come by the office.

General Information

The Affinity Health Clinic operates  by appointments or walk-in visits. Students are encouraged to use the clinic during non-class hours. To make an appointment at a time that is convenient for you, call (318) 342-1651.

There is no-co-payment for faculty and staff who are insured by Vantage Health Insurance.

Insurance cards and  Student ID’s are required for services. No excuses will be provided for missed classes unless seen on the day of the class. Excuses are provided according to CDC guidelines for contagious or severe illnesses. Call (318) 342-1651 for further information.

Current Services

Affinity Health Group at ULM provides many types of services and treatments for students such as:

  • Screening and treatment of sexually transmitted diseases
  • HIV Testing
  • Allergy injections
  • Prescriptions
  • Women’s Health
  • Mental Health
  • Minor surgical procedures
  • Family health sickness or wellness visits
  • Complete laboratory services
  • Physical exams

Hours of Operation

The Affinity Health Clinic at ULM hours of operation are Monday through Friday 8:00 a.m. to 5 p.m.  During non-operational hours, students may seek medical treatment at Affinity Walk-in clinic on Broadmoor Blvd. In the event of an emergency, students should dial 1-911 on campus and 911 off campus. During non-operational hours, students should seek medical treatment with their personal physician or at any of the local emergency rooms or walk-in clinics.

Student Fees

Students registered for classes at ULM will have the office visit fee waived. Other expenses incurred during the visit will be billed to the student’s individual insurance company. If student does not have insurance, fees for services are due at the time of the visit.

Immunization

New students seeking enrollment at ULM should receive a Proof of Immunization Compliance Form from the Office of Recruitment and Admissions, the Affinity Health Clinic at ULM or online at www.ulm.edu (follow the link of prospective students). Directions for completing the form should be read to insure adequate documentation. Return the completed form to the Office of Recruitment and Admissions Office, University Library, Room 202, Monroe, La. 71209. The form must be returned to the Office of Recruitment and Admissions in order for the student to complete registration. Completed Immunization Compliance Forms may be faxed to (318) 342-1915. For additional immunization information call (318) 342-5430 or (800) 372-5127.