Dear BAP Parents & Patients 😊
We have received an initial and partial shipment of the flu vaccine for the 20-21 flu season for our commercial insurance patients.  We have not yet received a shipment from the state for our Medicaid patients.  

We are offering it on a first-come first-served basis.  We will be receiving additional shipments although our supplier has not confirmed those dates.  This year, even more than other years, it is very important to protect yourself against the flu.  Being ill with the flu may increase your susceptibility and complications to COVID-19.  Please call the office to schedule your appointment.

This year will include additional paperwork due to COVID-19.  We want to thank you in advance for your cooperation and patience with us as we navigate the increased workload.
A few reminders:
 

• It is recommended that your child get a flu vaccine every year in the fall, starting when he or she is 6 months old. Some children 6 months through 8 years of age may need 2 doses for best protection.

 

• CDC recommends a flu vaccine by the end of October, before flu begins spreading. Getting vaccinated later, however, can still be beneficial and vaccination should continue to be offered throughout the flu season, even into January or later.

 

• Children 6 months through 8 years getting a flu vaccine for the first time, and those who have only previously gotten one dose of flu vaccine, should get two doses of vaccine. The first dose should be given as soon as vaccine becomes available.

• “Flu Vaccine Only” visits are meant to be in and out appointments.  Your child will be seen by a clinical staff member, not a provider.

 

• Your child can still get the flu shot if they are allergic to eggs, but we will have you wait in your car for 15 minutes after administration, just to be extra cautious.

 

• Patients under the age of 18 years old must have a parent/guardian with them to receive their flu vaccine.

 

• We will allow siblings to attend well visits and receive their flu shot during the visit.  If you already have a well visit schedule and wish to bring siblings, please call the office to schedule a “Flu Vaccine Only” appointment for the siblings.

 

• Masks must be worn at all “Flu Vaccine Only” visits (everyone 4 years old and up).

 

• Dress your child in clothing that allows easy access to his/her arm or leg.

 

• The day before your appointment, you will receive a portal message with instructions for filling out each child’s previsit screening and flu consent form.  If these forms are not completed before you arrive for your appointment, the vaccine will not be administered.

 

• If your child is sick with a fever of 100.4 or greater on the day of the visit, please call the office to reschedule.