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509 Hillsboro Rd, Franklin, TN 37064509 Hillsboro Rd
Open until 8:00 pm
  • Mon 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Tue 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Wed 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Thu 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Fri 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Sat 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Sun 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm
4.84(4.6k reviews)
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Ascension Saint Thomas Urgent Care, Franklin - 509 Hillsboro Rd
Excellent care .. But your facility is understaffed .

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2150 Brookmeade Dr, Columbia, TN 384012150 Brookmeade Dr
Open until11:00 pm
  • Mon11:00 am - 11:00 pm
  • Tue11:00 am - 11:00 pm
  • Wed11:00 am - 11:00 pm
  • Thu11:00 am - 11:00 pm
  • Fri11:00 am - 11:00 pm
  • Sat11:00 am - 11:00 pm
  • Sun11:00 am - 11:00 pm
1.8(10 reviews)
I’m not sure what the other reviewer is posting about but this clinic saved my life. My husband and I had COVID. They got us tested and treated. We are alive today because of the great staff.
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1114 W 7th St, Columbia, TN 384011114 W 7th St
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1202 S James Campbell Blvd, Columbia, TN 384011202 S James Campbell Blvd
Open until 5:00 pm
  • Mon 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Tue 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Wed 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Thu 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Fri 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • SatClosed
  • SunClosed
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180 Old Bear Creek Pike, Columbia, TN 38401180 Old Bear Creek Pike
Open until 4:30 pm
  • Mon 8:00 am - 4:30 pm
  • Tue 8:00 am - 4:30 pm
  • Wed 8:00 am - 4:30 pm
  • Thu 8:00 am - 4:30 pm
  • Fri 8:00 am - 4:30 pm
  • SatClosed
  • SunClosed
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1412 Trotwood Ave, Columbia, TN 384011412 Trotwood Ave
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811 N Main St, Mount Pleasant, TN 38474811 N Main St
Open until 8:00 pm
  • Mon 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Tue 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Wed 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Thu 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Fri 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Sat 8:00 am - 6:00 pm
  • Sun 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Fast Pace Health, Mt. Pleasant - 811 N Main St
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5421 Main St, Spring Hill, TN 371745421 Main St
Open until 8:00 pm
  • Mon 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Tue 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Wed 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Thu 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Fri 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Sat 9:00 am - 2:00 pm
  • SunClosed
2.0(1 reviews)
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5073 Main St, Spring Hill, TN 371745073 Main St
Open until 5:30 pm
  • Mon 8:00 am - 5:30 pm
  • Tue 8:00 am - 5:30 pm
  • Wed 8:00 am - 5:30 pm
  • Thu 8:00 am - 5:30 pm
  • Fri 8:00 am - 5:30 pm
  • Sat 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
  • SunClosed
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2070 Wall St, Springhill, TN 371742070 Wall St
Open until 6:00 pm
  • Mon 8:00 am - 6:00 pm
  • Tue 8:00 am - 6:00 pm
  • Wed 8:00 am - 6:00 pm
  • Thu 8:00 am - 6:00 pm
  • Fri 8:00 am - 6:00 pm
  • Sat 8:00 am - 6:00 pm
  • Sun 8:00 am - 6:00 pm
3.82(111 reviews)
AFC Urgent Care, Spring-Hill - 2070 Wall St, Springhill
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3098 Campbell Station Pkwy, Spring Hill, TN 371743098 Campbell Station Pkwy
Open until 7:30 pm
  • Mon 7:30 am - 7:30 pm
  • Tue 7:30 am - 7:30 pm
  • Wed 7:30 am - 7:30 pm
  • Thu 7:30 am - 7:30 pm
  • Fri 7:30 am - 7:30 pm
  • Sat 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Sun 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
5.0(1 reviews)
This clinic has shorter than average waiting periods

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Professionalism as expected from a Vanderbilt affiliated health clinic. Quality service and a caring staff at a critical time is what I experienced at VHWC.
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4726 Traders Way, Thompson Station, TN 371794726 Traders Way
The Little Clinic at Kroger - 4726 Traders Way, Thompson Station
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4805 Columbia Pike, Thompsons Station, TN 371794805 Columbia Pike
Open until 7:00 pm
  • Mon 8:00 am - 7:00 pm
  • Tue 8:00 am - 7:00 pm
  • Wed 8:00 am - 7:00 pm
  • Thu 8:00 am - 7:00 pm
  • Fri 8:00 am - 7:00 pm
  • Sat 9:00 am - 5:30 pm
  • Sun 9:00 am - 4:30 pm
MinuteClinic® at CVS®, Columbia Pike, Thompsons Station - 4805 Columbia Pike, Thompsons Station

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335 N 1st Ave, Lewisburg, TN 37091335 N 1st Ave
Open until 6:00 pm
  • Mon 8:00 am - 6:00 pm
  • Tue 8:00 am - 6:00 pm
  • Wed 8:00 am - 6:00 pm
  • Thu 8:00 am - 6:00 pm
  • Fri 8:00 am - 6:00 pm
  • SatClosed
  • SunUnknown
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4696 Nashville Hwy, Chapel Hill, TN 370344696 Nashville Hwy
Open until 8:00 pm
  • Mon 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Tue 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Wed 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Thu 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Fri 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Sat 8:00 am - 6:00 pm
  • Sun 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Fast Pace Health, Chapel Hill - 4696 Nashville Hwy
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5021 Hughes Crossing, Franklin, TN 370645021 Hughes Crossing
Open until 6:00 pm
  • Mon 8:00 am - 6:00 pm
  • Tue 8:00 am - 6:00 pm
  • Wed 8:00 am - 6:00 pm
  • Thu 8:00 am - 6:00 pm
  • Fri 8:00 am - 6:00 pm
  • SatClosed
  • SunClosed
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3054 Columbia Ave, Franklin, TN 370643054 Columbia Ave
3.0(2 reviews)
The Little Clinic at Kroger - 3054 Columbia Ave, Franklin
My experience at the Little Clinic on Columbia Avenue; Franklin,, TN. was a very positive one. The two ladies who helped me were both very efficient, pleasant, and thorough. I will definitely be going back there if needed!
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206 Bedford Way, Franklin, TN 37064206 Bedford Way
Open until 8:00 pm
  • Mon 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
  • Tue 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
  • Wed 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
  • Thu 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
  • FriClosed
  • SatClosed
  • SunClosed
1.0(0 reviews)
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919 Murfreesboro Rd, Franklin, TN 37064919 Murfreesboro Rd
Open until 7:30 pm
  • Mon 7:30 am - 7:30 pm
  • Tue 7:30 am - 7:30 pm
  • Wed 7:30 am - 7:30 pm
  • Thu 7:30 am - 7:30 pm
  • Fri 7:30 am - 7:30 pm
  • Sat 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Sun 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
2.0(1 reviews)
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1509 Murfreesboro Rd, Franklin, TN 370671509 Murfreesboro Rd
Open until 7:30 pm
  • Mon 8:00 am - 7:30 pm
  • Tue 8:00 am - 7:30 pm
  • Wed 8:00 am - 7:30 pm
  • Thu 8:00 am - 7:30 pm
  • Fri 8:00 am - 6:30 pm
  • Sat 9:30 am - 5:00 pm
  • Sun 9:30 am - 5:00 pm
Walgreens - 1509 Murfreesboro Rd, Franklin
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155 Covey Dr, Franklin, TN 37067155 Covey Dr
Open until 8:00 pm
  • Mon 9:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Tue 9:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Wed 9:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Thu 9:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Fri 9:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Sat 9:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Sun 9:00 am - 8:00 pm
4.0(34 reviews)
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1154 Liberty Pike, Franklin, TN 370671154 Liberty Pike
Open until 7:00 pm
  • Mon 8:00 am - 7:00 pm
  • Tue 8:00 am - 7:00 pm
  • Wed 8:00 am - 7:00 pm
  • Thu 8:00 am - 7:00 pm
  • Fri 8:00 am - 7:00 pm
  • Sat 9:00 am - 5:30 pm
  • Sun 9:00 am - 4:30 pm
5.0(1 reviews)
This clinic has shorter than average waiting periods

Short Wait Time

MinuteClinic® at CVS®, Liberty Pike, Franklin - 1154 Liberty Pike, Franklin
The doctors listened to me and prescribed correct medicines with advice for me to feel better.

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2377 Fairview Blvd, Fairview, TN 370622377 Fairview Blvd
Open until 8:00 pm
  • Mon 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Tue 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Wed 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Thu 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Fri 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Sat 8:00 am - 6:00 pm
  • Sun 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Fast Pace Health, Fairview - 2377 Fairview Blvd, Fairview
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1834 W McEwen Dr, Franklin, TN 370671834 W McEwen Dr
Open until 7:30 pm
  • Mon 7:30 am - 7:30 pm
  • Tue 7:30 am - 7:30 pm
  • Wed 7:30 am - 7:30 pm
  • Thu 7:30 am - 7:30 pm
  • Fri 7:30 am - 7:30 pm
  • Sat 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Sun 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
3.45(19 reviews)
I have had wonderful experiences with the Vanderbilt clinic on McEwen. They have been great help with two different ear problems, they gave me my Covid vacccination in record time, and I’m going back today for a non healing wound.
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2017 Mallory Ln, Franklin, TN 370672017 Mallory Ln
Open until 8:00 pm
  • Mon 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Tue 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Wed 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Thu 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Fri 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Sat 8:00 am - 7:00 pm
  • Sun 8:00 am - 7:00 pm
4.56(9 reviews)
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CareNow Urgent Care, Franklin Cool Springs - 2017 Mallory Ln, Franklin
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9100 Carothers Pkwy, Franklin, TN 370679100 Carothers Pkwy
Open until 7:30 pm
  • Mon 8:00 am - 7:30 pm
  • Tue 8:00 am - 7:30 pm
  • Wed 8:00 am - 7:30 pm
  • Thu 8:00 am - 7:30 pm
  • Fri 8:00 am - 7:30 pm
  • Sat 9:30 am - 5:00 pm
  • Sun 9:30 am - 5:00 pm
Walgreens - 9100 Carothers Pkwy, Franklin
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1607 Westgate Cir, Brentwood, TN 370271607 Westgate Cir
Open until 7:00 pm
  • Mon 8:00 am - 7:00 pm
  • Tue 8:00 am - 7:00 pm
  • Wed 8:00 am - 7:00 pm
  • Thu 8:00 am - 7:00 pm
  • Fri 8:00 am - 6:00 pm
  • Sat 8:00 am - 1:00 pm
  • Sun 8:00 pm - 1:00 pm
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1414 W College St, Pulaski, TN 384781414 W College St
Open until 8:00 pm
  • Mon 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Tue 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Wed 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Thu 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Fri 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Sat 8:00 am - 6:00 pm
  • Sun 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm
3.0(2 reviews)
Fast Pace Health, Pulaski - 1414 W College St, Pulaski
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8141 TN-100, Bellevue, TN 372218141 TN-100
1.0(5 reviews)
The Little Clinic at Kroger - 8141 TN-100, Bellevue
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726 N Locust Ave, Lawrenceburg, TN 38464726 N Locust Ave
Open until 5:00 pm
  • Mon 7:30 am - 5:00 pm
  • Tue 7:30 am - 5:00 pm
  • Wed 7:30 am - 5:00 pm
  • Thu 7:30 am - 5:00 pm
  • Fri 7:30 am - 5:00 pm
  • Sat 8:00 am - 4:00 pm
  • SunClosed
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104 1st Ave, Lawrenceburg, TN 38464104 1st Ave
Open until 8:00 pm
  • Mon 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Tue 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Wed 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Thu 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Fri 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Sat 8:00 am - 6:00 pm
  • Sun 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Fast Pace Health, Collinwood - 104 1st Ave
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7175 Nolensville Rd, Nolensville, TN 371357175 Nolensville Rd
Open until 5:00 pm
  • Mon 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Tue 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Wed 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Thu 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Fri 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • SatClosed
  • SunClosed
5.0(3 reviews)
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1195 Old Hickory Blvd, Brentwood, TN 370271195 Old Hickory Blvd
Open until 5:30 pm
  • Mon 8:00 am - 5:30 pm
  • Tue 8:00 am - 5:30 pm
  • Wed 8:00 am - 5:30 pm
  • Thu 8:00 am - 5:30 pm
  • Fri 8:00 am - 5:30 pm
  • Sat 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
  • Sun 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
3.5(7 reviews)
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210 Franklin Rd, Brentwood, TN 37027210 Franklin Rd
Open until 8:00 pm
  • Mon 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Tue 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Wed 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Thu 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Fri 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Sat 8:00 am - 7:00 pm
  • Sun 8:00 am - 7:00 pm
2.05(41 reviews)
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CareNow Urgent Care, Brentwood - 210 Franklin Rd, Brentwood
We were visiting Nasville from Michigan when my daughter developed a fever with cough. Alex was our MA and was so sweet with my daughter. PA Matt was thorough and ruled out flu. The whole clinic was clean and so welcoming.
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7601 Hwy 70 S, Bellevue, TN 372217601 Hwy 70 S
Open until 7:30 pm
  • Mon 8:00 am - 7:30 pm
  • Tue 8:00 am - 7:30 pm
  • Wed 8:00 am - 7:30 pm
  • Thu 8:00 am - 7:30 pm
  • Fri 8:00 am - 6:30 pm
  • Sat 9:30 am - 5:00 pm
  • Sun 9:30 am - 5:00 pm
2.01(6 reviews)
Walgreens - 7601 Hwy 70 S, Bellevue
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211 Old Hickory Blvd, Nashville, TN 37221211 Old Hickory Blvd
4.99(7 reviews)
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111 W Kingston Springs Rd, Kingston Springs, TN 37082111 W Kingston Springs Rd
1.0(4 reviews)
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700 Old Hickory Blvd, Brentwood, TN 37027700 Old Hickory Blvd
Open until 7:00 pm
  • Mon 7:00 am - 7:00 pm
  • Tue 7:00 am - 7:00 pm
  • Wed 7:00 am - 7:00 pm
  • Thu 7:00 am - 7:00 pm
  • Fri 7:00 am - 7:00 pm
  • Sat 9:00 am - 7:00 pm
  • Sun 9:00 am - 7:00 pm
5.0(40 reviews)
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1401 N Main St, Shelbyville, TN 371601401 N Main St
Open until 8:00 pm
  • Mon 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Tue 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Wed 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Thu 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Fri 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Sat 8:00 am - 6:00 pm
  • Sun 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Fast Pace Health, Shelbyville - 1401 N Main St
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1612 N Main St, Shelbyville, TN 371601612 N Main St
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5555 Edmondson Pike, Nashville, TN 372115555 Edmondson Pike
Open until 7:30 pm
  • Mon 8:00 am - 7:30 pm
  • Tue 8:00 am - 7:30 pm
  • Wed 8:00 am - 7:30 pm
  • Thu 8:00 am - 7:30 pm
  • Fri 8:00 am - 7:30 pm
  • Sat 9:30 am - 5:00 pm
  • Sun 9:30 am - 5:00 pm
Walgreens - 5555 Edmondson Pike, Nashville
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10 Knolls Pl, Nashville, TN 3721110 Knolls Pl
Open until 5:30 pm
  • Mon 9:00 am - 5:30 pm
  • Tue 9:00 am - 5:30 pm
  • Wed 9:00 am - 5:30 pm
  • Thu 9:00 am - 5:30 pm
  • Fri 9:00 am - 5:30 pm
  • Sat10:00 am - 4:00 pm
  • SunClosed
4.85(6 reviews)
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5826 Nolensville Pike, Nashville, TN 372115826 Nolensville Pike
Open until 6:00 pm
  • Mon 8:00 am - 6:00 pm
  • Tue 8:00 am - 6:00 pm
  • Wed 8:00 am - 6:00 pm
  • Thu 8:00 am - 6:00 pm
  • Fri 8:00 am - 6:00 pm
  • Sat 8:00 am - 6:00 pm
  • Sun 8:00 am - 6:00 pm
4.2(104 reviews)
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Chickenpox Vaccine FAQs

  • Where can I get a chickenpox vaccine in Columbia?

    In general, allergy tests will be available at Columbia-area urgent care centers, retail clinics, primary care doctor offices and local pharmacies. While walk-in appointments are typically available, booking a visit online will reduce your wait time and ensure you protect yourself from chickenpox faster.

  • How can I book a chickenpox vaccine in Columbia?

    Regardless of the kind of vaccine you are seeking, Solv can help you book an appointment. Simply search for Columbia-area doctors, find a provider, and book the most convenient time for you. Be sure to include your previous immunizations and travel plans to give your doctor a better idea of what vaccines you may need.

  • Can I make a same-day appointment for a chickenpox vaccine in Columbia?

    Same-day and next-day appointments for vaccines can easily be booked directly through Solv. Simply search for Columbia-area doctors, find a provider, and book an appointment slot as soon as today. Be sure to include “chicken pox vaccination” as your reason for visit.

  • How do I find the top-rated vaccination clinics in Columbia?

    Solv gathers reviews, ratings, and other data on Columbia-area vaccination centers to ensure the clinics provided meet our standards. Search for a vaccine provider, see what previous patients think, and book an appointment with a top-rated doctor today!

  • Who should get a chickenpox vaccine?

    Children should receive their first dose of the chickenpox vaccine between the ages of 12 and 15 months, and their second dose at least three months after the first, commonly between four and six years. If childhood vaccination is missed, individuals ages 13 and older should get two doses at least 28 days apart. Columbia requires children to be vaccinated or provide evidence of immunity before entering public school. Individuals who have come into contact with a case of the chickenpox should seek vaccination within three to five days of being exposed, or as soon as possible. Individuals who are allergic to gelatin or the antibiotic neomycin, pregnant or ill should consult with their doctor before seeking a vaccine.

  • Are video visits available with vaccination clinics in Columbia?

    While vaccines cannot be administered over video, your doctor can evaluate and advise you or your child from your home in Columbia. They can discuss your travel plans and previous immunization records, recommend and order necessary vaccinations, and book vaccination appointments via telemedicine.

  • How much does a chickenpox vaccine cost in Columbia?

    Without insurance, a dose of chickenpox vaccine can range anywhere from $125 to $175. Book a consultation with a doctor in Columbia today to get more details on chickenpox vaccine costs.

  • Is a chickenpox vaccine covered by my insurance?

    Most health insurance providers will cover the cost of the chickenpox vaccine. Book a consultation with a doctor in Columbia today to check your vaccine coverage.

  • Are video visits with vaccination clinics covered by my insurance?

    Video consultations that discuss the need for a chickenpox vaccine may be covered by your insurance if in-person vaccine consultations are typically covered.

Columbia Chickenpox Vaccine

The varicella vaccine, sometimes known as the chickenpox vaccine, can help you avoid contracting the disease. By understanding more about what this immunization does and who should get it, you can make an informed health care decision for yourself and your family.

Chickenpox vaccination: what everyone should know

Chickenpox is a highly contagious disease caused by the varicella-zoster virus. Chickenpox is characterized by an itchy, blister-like rash that appears first on the chest, back, and face before spreading to the rest of the body, according to the CDC. Other symptoms include fever and fatigue.

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, two doses of the chickenpox vaccine are around 90% effective in preventing chickenpox, which means you could still get the disease after being vaccinated. Children, adolescents, and adults who have never had chickenpox or been inoculated against it should get this vaccination.

Who needs the chickenpox vaccine?

According to the CDC, children, teens, and adults should receive two doses of the chickenpox vaccine.
Children between the ages of 12 and 15 should receive the first dose of the chickenpox vaccine, and children between the ages of four and six should receive the second dose. Children can take the second dose at a younger age if it is given at least three months after the first, according to the CDC.

Those aged 13 and up who have never had chickenpox or been vaccinated should get two doses spaced by at least 28 days. According to the CDC, the chickenpox vaccine is especially important for healthcare workers, teachers, college students, nursing home patients, and international travelers.
Consult your doctor to see if you need the chickenpox vaccine based on your current health situation.

Who should not get the chickenpox vaccine?

You don't need the vaccine if you show evidence of immunity against chickenpox, according to the CDC. Immunity is demonstrated, among other things, by being born in the United States before 1980 and having a confirmed diagnosis of chickenpox.

According to the CDC, the following people should not obtain the chickenpox vaccine:

  • Those who have suffered a life-threatening reaction to the chickenpox vaccine or any of its components.
  • Those who are moderately or severely ill when their chickenpox immunization appointment is scheduled.
  • Women who are expecting children.

Certain patients should see their doctors before getting the chickenpox vaccine. According to the CDC, this includes:

  • Those who have an illness of the immune system, such as HIV or AIDS.
  • Those who have cancer or are being treated for cancer with radiation or medicines.
  • Those who have received a blood transfusion recently.

Two types of chickenpox vaccines

Two types of chickenpox vaccines are now approved for use in the United States. The vaccines' brand names, according to the CDC, are Varivax® and ProQuad®.

Varivax®

Varivax® contains only the chickenpox vaccination. Adults, teenagers, and children aged 12 months and up are the only ones who can get this vaccine.

ProQuad®

ProQuad® is a vaccine that includes the chickenpox vaccine as well as immunizations for measles, mumps, and rubella. This vaccination is only approved for children ages 12 months to 12 years, according to the CDC.

Getting vaccinated after you are exposed to chickenpox

If you have been exposed to chickenpox, the CDC recommends getting vaccinated within three to five days after contact. It goes on to state that you should get two doses of the vaccine even if you've been exposed for more than five days. Each of these dosages should be separated by at least 28 days.

Childcare and school chickenpox vaccine requirements

If you have been exposed to chickenpox, the CDC recommends getting vaccinated within three to five days after contact. It goes on to state that you should get two doses of the vaccine even if you've been exposed for more than five days. Each of these dosages should be separated by at least 28 days.

Your healthcare practitioner can discuss whether or not your children should get the chickenpox vaccine with you in greater detail based on your family's religious and philosophical beliefs, as well as their medical history.

How can parents pay for the chickenpox vaccine?

The chickenpox vaccination is covered by most health insurance policies, according to the CDC. If your health insurance plan does not cover the cost of your children's chickenpox immunization, the Vaccines for Children (VFC) program may be able to help. The CDC recommends contacting VFC directly to see if you're qualified for financial aid through this program.

Sources

Solv has strict sourcing guidelines and relies on peer-reviewed studies, academic research institutions, and medical associations. We avoid using tertiary references.

  1. Chickenpox/Varicella Vaccination (November 22, 2016)
    https://www.cdc.gov/vaccines/vpd/varicella/index.html
  2. Chickenpox Vaccination: What Everyone Should Know (August 7, 2019)
    https://www.cdc.gov/vaccines/vpd/varicella/public/index.html
  3. State Vaccination Requirements (November 15, 2016)
    https://www.cdc.gov/vaccines/imz-managers/laws/state-reqs.html
  4. Chickenpox (Varicella) For Healthcare Professionals (April 28, 2021)
    https://www.cdc.gov/chickenpox/hcp/index.html
  5. Shingles
    https://www.doh.wa.gov/YouandYourFamily/Immunization/DiseasesandVaccines/ShinglesDisease
  6. Chickenpox and Shingles Tests (November 8, 2021)
    https://medlineplus.gov/lab-tests/chickenpox-and-shingles-tests/

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