Immunizations

Several health associations have recently released their updated vaccine recommendations, something these groups have done for decades. Their recommendations follow long established science and safety monitoring but may now differ from what groups like the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) recommend and what insurance may cover. 

COVID vaccines are available at many local pharmacies and provider offices and will be available soon in our clinic. If you want to receive the updated COVID vaccine, contact your healthcare provider about what is recommended for you and contact your health insurance to see if the vaccine is covered.

Infants and Children

The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) [external link] recommends that the following receive the updated COVID vaccine:

• All children under the age of 2
• Children of any age who are at high-risk
• Children of any age who live with someone who is at high risk
• Children of any age who's families want them to be protected against COVID

Pregnancy

The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG) [external link] recommends that the following groups receive the updated COVID vaccine:

• Those who are pregnant
• Those who are planning to become pregnant
• Those who have recently given birth
• Those who are lactating

Adults

The American Academy of Family Physicians (AAFP) [external link] recommends the following groups of adults receive the updated COVID vaccine:

• Adults ages 19-64
• Adults ages 65 and older should receive two doses

Colorado law requires certain vaccines for students attending school and licensed childcare, unless they have a valid exemption. We follow state guidelines to help families stay compliant and keep schools safe. 

• Vaccines required for child care, preschool and kindergarten. Vaccines required and recommended for K-12 [external link].
• Learn more about vaccine exemptions [external link].
• View Jefferson County vaccine rates by school and childcare [external link].

If you or someone you care for is unable to leave home, you may be eligible for in-home vaccinations. 

To qualify, the individual must: 

• Live in Jefferson County.
• Have been homebound for at least 30 days.

To request an in-home visit: 

• Complete our online interest form.
• Email: [email protected].
• Call our Immunization Outreach Coordinator at  303-239-7040.

We offer a limited number of travel vaccines. While we do not provide comprehensive travel consultations, we can help you get vaccines that are required or recommended for international travel. 

For additional travel guidance, visit the World Health Organization travel health page [external link]. 

We accept many forms of insurance, including: 

• Health First Colorado (Medicaid).
• Child Health Plan Plus (CHP+).
• Several private insurance plans.

If you have insurance, we recommend checking with your plan before your visit to confirm vaccine coverage. If you don’t have insurance or your plan doesn’t cover certain vaccines, you may still qualify for low- or no-cost options. 

We are a Vaccine for Children (VFC) provider. This means children age 18 and under may receive free vaccines if they: 

• Are enrolled in Medicaid.
• Don’t have insurance.
• Are American Indian or Alaska Native.
• Are underinsured (their insurance does not cover vaccines).

Adults 19 and older may also qualify for reduced-cost vaccines through a similar program known as the 317 Program, depending on availability. Please call us to find out if you qualify and if the vaccines you may need are available. 

We never turn someone away from receiving a childhood vaccine due to inability to pay. 

Vaccines given in our clinic are reported to the Colorado Immunization Information System (CIIS) — a secure system that keeps a lifelong record of your immunizations.

You can choose to opt out of CIIS if you wish, but you will be responsible for keeping your own records. 

• CIIS FAQs – English, Spanish, Arabic, Vietnamese [external link].
• CIIS Opt-Out Policy [external link].