Health Services
On-Campus Health Education, Care, & Referrals
Franklin Pierce University Health Services provides a full range of primary care, referrals and educational services tailored to the individual and unique needs of college students on the Rindge campus. Franklin Pierce Health Services is a member of the American College Health Association and the New England College Health Association. Health Services is licensed as an educational health facility by the New Hampshire Department of Health and Human Services.
Health Services staff are comprised of: Experienced Health Care Professionals comprised of a Nurse Practitioner, Licensed Practical Nurse, Registered Nurse and an administrative assistant. Health Services offers initial diagnosis and treatment for a broad spectrum of illnesses and injuries and appropriate follow-up care. Health Services will also refer students to a variety of specialists when needed. Some care may be offered on-site, while other services are provided by local experts. Health Services will also coordinate care with the student's medical provider when necessary and/or required.
The University considers teaching health and preventative medicine to be as important to the student as addressing health problems. Students are encouraged to consult the Health Service staff for counseling and advice on any topic related to general health. Health Services can be reached at (603) 899-4130, Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. The Center is located in the lower level of Granite Hall, sharing the entrance with Outreach Education and Counseling.
Rindge Campus Health Requirements
Students who are without health insurance coverage in the U.S. need to purchase health insurance for the duration of their attendance at Franklin Pierce University.
Required Forms
- Health Forms (includes Physical Form and Immunization Form) or
- Athletic Training Health Forms (for student athletes)
- General Vaccination Exemption Application
Please do not send photos of the completed forms using your cell phone. We will not acept them in this format. Instead, fax your completed Health Forms to: 603-899-1050.
Release of Medical information
Franklin Pierce Health Services maintains medical records of Rindge students for five years beyond departure. After that medical records are destroyed. To request a copy of medical records, please download the Medical Records Release Form and fill out completely. Release forms are required to have the student's signature. You may fax or mail in your request to:
Health Services
Franklin Pierce University
40 University Drive
Rindge, NH 03461
Fax (603) 899-1050
Submitting Health Forms
Submit completed Health Forms and Vaccination information online or Fax 603-899-1050.
If the above submission options do not work, please email HEALTHSERVICES@FRANKLINPIERCE.EDU or call 603-899-4130
Health Insurance Eligibility
Franklin Pierce University does not provide health insurance coverage to students. With the passing of the Affordable Care Act (ACA), all individuals are mandated to have a certain level of Health Care Insurance. As a result, students are required to provide Health Services with their insurance information prior to enrolling in course work. International students who do not qualify for insurance under the ACA may find resources within the section titled "International Insurance."
Health Services Visits
Students are asked to call ext. 4130 to set up appointments at Health Services. By calling for an appointment in advance, you can decrease waiting time and allow adequate time with the appropriate health care provider. Walk-in acute care situations and emergencies are given priority attention. Health Services hours are Monday - Friday 8AM- 4:30PM during the academic year. EMT coverage is available after hours. For emergencies call ext. 5555.
Medications
We provide starter dosage of over-the-counter medications. We have a limited in-house pharmacy for students and we utilize a local pharmacy for prescription medications we do not have on hand.
Confidentiality
Franklin Pierce Health Services is legally and ethically obligated to protect students' right to privacy. Your medical records are strictly confidential. No one other than FP Health Services staff has access to your medical records without your prior written permission through a Medical Records Release Form. This restriction includes your parents, faculty and staff or outside agencies. Certain communicable diseases need to be reported to the Department of Public Health and you will be informed of this action prior to Health Services calling the Department.
Health Record Requirement
The State of New Hampshire Department of Health and Human Services licenses Franklin Pierce Health Services. A completed medical file for each student is required to be maintained in Health Services. These files consist of a Health Assessment Form, a physical exam within 2 years of admission, proof of immunizations (two MMRs, meningitis vaccine, TB screening within one year for U.S. students. For international students, these immunizations are required within 12 weeks of arrival in the U.S., and a tetanus vaccine within 10 years is required) and a signed consent form for medical treatment. Until compliant, students who do not meet these requirements will have a "hold" placed on their registration for the following semester.
Franklin Pierce Health Services is a Health Care facility providing health promotion and comprehensive, skilled and compassionate services to the college student community. Whether it's the flu that won't go away, anxieties about personal issues, or questions about staying healthy, we can help you get the care you need. We are dedicated to you and to maintaining the highest quality of service in a confidential, convenient, and caring professional setting.
Important phone numbers | |
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FP Health Services | (603) 899-4130 Fax (603) 899-1050 |
FP Center for Outreach Education | (603) 899-4133 |
Emergency | Ext. 5555 |
Campus Security | Ext. 4210 or (603) 899-4210 |
Poison Control | (800) 222-1222 |
National Clearing House for Alcohol and Drug Information | (800) 622-HELP (4357) |
AIDS Hotline | (800) 752-2437 |
Samaritans (Suicide Hotline) | (603) 924-7000 |
Monadnock Center for Violence Prevention | (603) 352-3782 |
Monadnock Community Hospital | (603) 924-7191 |
Chesire Medical Center | (603) 354-5400 |
CONTACT Health Services
>Health Services
Phone: (603) 899-4130
Fax: (603) 899-1050
Email: healthservices@kid-sense.net
Office Hours: Monday - Friday: 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Location: Granite Hall Plaza Level