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COVID-19: Stay informed

What you should know and how to prepare.

We’re here to help you.

Learn how Sharp Health Plan and Sharp HealthCare have prepared for COVID-19. Plus, get preventive care tips and reliable sources for real-time information. 

Vaccinations

Frequently asked questions about the COVID-19 vaccine.

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When can I get my vaccine?

The County of San Diego is currently vaccinating all individuals 16 years and older. You do not need to contact your doctor before your appointment unless you have a specific medical question.

How can I get my vaccine?

You can schedule an appointment at a San Diego County vaccination site. These vaccination sites use MyTurn, an online scheduling tool, and those eligible can also call 2-1-1 for help scheduling. Walk-ins are not being accepted. For the latest COVID-19 vaccine information, please visit Sharp HealthCare’s website.

Is the vaccine covered under my benefits?

Yes. The vaccine is covered at $0 under your preventive care benefits.

Where can I learn more about the vaccine?

Please visit the county’s website and Sharp HealthCare’s website for up-to-date information about COVID-19 and the vaccine. You can also watch this short video of Dr. Wilma Wooten, the county’s Public Health Officer, answer commonly asked questions about the vaccine.

Screening, testing & treatment

$0 copays for COVID-19 screening, testing and treatment.

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There are no copays for medically necessary COVID-19 screening and testing. We have also waived out-of-pocket costs for all COVID-19 diagnostic treatment received April 1, 2020 through June 30, 2021.

Visit our FAQ page below to find out more about testing.

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Call 2-1-1

Get your local questions answered 24/7 by 2-1-1 San Diego, our region’s trusted source for community services. To help you through these challenging times, you’ll find resources and crisis hotlines for housing and shelter, food assistance, emotional support and more.

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The flu shot is more important than ever this season.

Pandemic or not, every eligible person should receive the seasonal flu vaccine each year. Sharp Health Plan covers the flu vaccine as a preventive care service, at no additional cost.

WHERE TO GET A FLU SHOT

Your doctor

Visit your plan medical group’s or doctor’s website to find out how they’re protecting patients, visitors and caregivers during this time.

There are no copays for medically necessary COVID-19 screening, testing and treatment. We are waiving out-of-pocket costs for all COVID-19 treatment received April 1, 2020 through June 30, 2021.

Are you feeling ill?

Take the CDC symptom checker to help you make decisions and seek appropriate care.

CDC Symptom Checker

Your prescriptions

Many pharmacies are offering home delivery service and early refills of 90-day supplies at no extra cost. Talk to your doctor.

Video and phone visits

Get same-day care

We at Sharp Health Plan are here to help you get access to the care you need. Here are helpful phone numbers and resources to help you get care now. Remember, you should always contact your primary care doctor first about telehealth services, as well as COVID-19 screening, testing and treatment.

Nurse advice line

Talk to a registered nurse after hours and on weekends at 1-855-995-5004. You may be directed to your primary care doctor. This is to ensure the quickest and best care possible when the nurse advice line is experiencing high call volumes.

Video and phone visits

Telehealth visits are a covered benefit for members, if your doctor provides this service. Your copay will vary depending on your plan, but should be no more than the copay for an in-office visit.

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MinuteClinic

The health care professionals at MinuteClinic® can help evaluate symptoms and come up with a treatment plan. Most services will require you to pay the amount equal to your copayment for an office visit to your primary care physician (PCP).

This video helps explain what COVID-19 is, how it spreads, and what to do if you are feeling sick or are worried about exposure.
 

Watch this video from PsychHub for ways to cope with the anxiety and uncertainty caused by the COVID-19 pandemic.
 

Testing is crucial to guiding our next steps in the fight against COVID-19, but do you know the difference between all the tests available?
 

If you or someone you know has lost their job, watch this video for coping strategies that can help support mental health.
 

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How to stay healthy

Find helpful information about coronavirus and COVID-19 from our partner Healthwise®. Learn how to stay healthy and what to do if you feel ill.

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Video and phone visits

If you have a medical concern or need a follow-up appointment — and you’d like to save a trip to the doctor’s office — a video or phone visit might be the ideal option. Plus, you’ll be able to have your appointment from wherever is most convenient for you.

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Behavioral health support

Find out more about the behavioral health support we offer.

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Helpful self checkers

Find out if you're at higher risk for severe illness (CDC) ➜

COVID-19 self assessment tool (Sharp HealthCare) ➜

Visit the news center

Get the latest updates on coronavirus (COVID-19) from Sharp Health Plan and Sharp HealthCare.

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Preventive care

You know the saying: An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure. Get your wellness score, download our preventive care checklists and get helpful tips on how to live a healthier life.

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Consumer Reports’ Choosing Wisely

Visit the Consumer Health Choices website to learn which tests, treatments and medications are right for you based on your age, gender, and health history.

 

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Protect yourself against cyber scams

Cyber criminals are finding new ways to defraud people online as we face the coronavirus and COVID-19. Be sure to protect yourself.

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