Minnesota law requires that students born after 1956 must be immunized against diphtheria, tetanus, measles, mumps, and rubella in order to be enrolled at Minnesota State University, Mankato. For further information about this law, including specific exemptions, contact the Office of Admissions at 507-389-1822. These immunizations are available at the Student Health Services.
Here are the Immunizations required for admission to Minnesota State University, Mankato:
In addition to the immunizations required by law, it is recommended that students also consider the following immunizations:
These vaccinations are available at the Student Health Services. Some must be paid for at the time of immunization and some may be covered by your insurance plan.
The Student Health Services Lab can perform both simple and complex laboratory tests including tests for Strep, pregnancy tests, urinalysis tests, blood tests, and STD screenings. Most results are available within 15 to 20 minutes. Highly complex tests are sent to a reference laboratory, with most results available within 24 to 48 hours. There is a small fee for laboratory tests.
All laboratory tests must be ordered by a physician or nurse practitioner. Laboratory orders are accepted from referring physicians and results can be mailed, faxed or phoned to the referring physician.
The Student Health Services lab is fully accredited by the nationally recognized Commission of Office Laboratory Assessment (COLA). We are staffed by a certified Medical Technologist and a certified Laboratory Technician.
During regular office hours, medical emergencies can be assessed at Student Health Services.
Students seeking medical care for emergencies after hours, on weekends, or when classes are not in session have several options. Students on campus may call University Security at 389-2111, or go to the emergency room at Immanuel-St. Joseph's Hospital, 1025 Marsh Street. Students off campus may call 911 or go to the emergency room at Immanuel-St. Joseph's Hospital. Students are responsible for any fees charged at the hospital.
The MSU Health Service Pharmacy is located in the Student Health Service on the lower level of Carkoski Commons. Pharmacy Direct Line is 507-389-2483.
The Health Service Pharmacy dispenses prescriptions and over-the-counter medication at a reduced cost to the student. Prices of medications are often lower than retail price.
The Pharmacy may be used by any currently enrolled student at MSU Mankato.
Fall/Spring Semester
Summer Session
The pharmacy will close from approximately 12:30 pm to 1:30 pm daily. The pharmacy is closed when school is not in session.
Insurance: The Health Service Pharmacy accepts many insurance prescription plans. You must present your current prescription insurance card at the time of service. You will receive an insurance ready receipt if you do not have your insurance information.
Charges: You will receive an itemized bill. The bill is due upon receipt. Payment must be received within 30 days.
Over-the-Counter Items: Payment is due at the time of sale. Many of our items are below retail prices. We can special order many items on your request.
To Order a New Prescription: Take your written prescription to the pharmacy. If you are a new patient to the clinic, you will be asked to provide a medical history and insurance information. We accept prescriptions from physicians outside of the Health Service.
To Order a Refill Prescription: If your prescription was originally filled at the Health Service Pharmacy and is authorized for refills, you may call us 24 hours a day at (507) 389 - 2483 to get it refilled. Please leave your name, the prescription number, name of medication and quantity on the voice mail. During the day, call us with your prescription information and allow at least two hours before picking it up. You may also bring your prescription number or container to the pharmacy and wait in the lobby while it is being filled.
Prescription Transfers: If you have had your prescription filled at another pharmacy and it has authorized refills, a Health Service Pharmacist can call to have your prescription transferred to Pharmacy. You must bring the original container or supply that information to the Health Service Pharmacist. Please allow 24 hours for a transfer and refill.
Special Ordering: If a medication is not stocked in the Health Service Pharmacy, a pharmacist may be able to special order it for you. Please check with a pharmacist for further details.
Prescription Counseling: Answering medication related questions and providing medication information is important to us. A pharmacist is always available during business hours for prescription counseling. The pharmacy counseling booth area ensures confidentiality.
Staff Pharmacists:
There is a $15 or $25 office visit fee (depending on complexity) for students using Student Health Servics Medical Clinic. Additional fees are charged for physical exams, laboratory tests, prescriptions, special supplies, and medical procedures. The fees charged at Student Health Services are typically less than would be charged at off-campus medical facilities. Charges are kept as low as possible to make Student Health Services financially accessible for as many students as possible.
Students are responsible for any charges at Student Health Services. Payment is expected within 30 days. Patients receive an itemized bill and insurance receipt at the time of their appointment. Nonpayment of Student Health Services charges will result in registration/records holds and, if needed, professional collection.
Student Health Services provides confidential HIV testing. The test is available to any MSU student. It is important to understand that it is required that both the request for the test and the results of the test will be recorded in the student's medical record. If a transfer of medical records to another medical facility, insurance company, or employer is requested, this information will be included. This may cause concern on the part of future insurers or employers.
Two appointments are necessary for HIV testing, one for the test and one to discuss the results.
Students having HIV testing done at Student Health Services can expect their test results in approximately ten days.
