At Memorial Health System, we're continuously working to monitor and respond to the COVID-19 (coronavirus) outbreak to ensure we meet the needs of our patients and community. This page is designed to keep you up-to-date on information regarding coronavirus and actions we are taking to protect our patients, employees, and those we serve. Please check back often for the latest information. If you have any questions about rules, regulations, or proper protocols for a clinical visit, please call the clinic's office associated with your questions or call our main line at (740) 374-1400.

COVID-19 Vaccinations and Booster Shots Available

If you are interested in receiving a COVID-19 vaccine or booster shot, please schedule an appointment by calling the appropriate phone number below. Everyone ages 18 and over are now eligible to receive the booster shot.

COVID Vaccine Booster Shot Recommendations (Updated October 22, 2021)

Moderna/Pfizer

Booster shots available but spacing after the second dose depends on patient criteria. Immunocompromised patients should receive the booster shot 28 days from the second dose. Patients are considered immunocompromised if they meet criteria such as:

• Diabetic (type 1 or 2)
• Receiving treatment for cancer
• Solid organ transplant recipient taking immunosuppressive therapy
• Receiving dialysis (hemodialysis or peritoneal dialysis)
• Positive for HIV/AIDS
• Undergoing active treatment with immunocompromising medications such as:
  • High Dose corticosteroids for more than two weeks (prednisone, dexamethasone, methylprednisolone, etc.)
  • Alkylating agents
  • Antimetabolites (methotrexate)
  • Transplant-related medications (mycophenolate, cyclosporine, tacrolimus, sirolimus)
  • Chemotherapy
  • Tumor-necrosis (TNF) blockers (Humira, Enbrel, etc.)
  • Other biologics effecting the immune system

Non-immunocompromised patients should receive the booster shot six months after the second dose. This booster is recommended for anyone 18 and over.

Johnson & Johnson

Individuals over 18 years old may receive a booster shot in two ways:

A second Johnson & Johnson shot 2 months after the first does

OR

A heterologous booster (mix and match) of Pfizer or Moderna. If receiving Moderna, patients should only receive a half dose unless they are immunocompromised (see above).  

What to bring

Many forms of ID are accepted to verify your name, identity, and age. You do not need to show proof of citizenship or residency status.

Before your appointment

Be sure to get plenty of rest the night before your vaccination appointment. Eat and drink water before your appointment. We encourage patients to wear clothing that makes access to the upper arm easy.

When to arrive

Please plan to arrive 15 minutes before your scheduled appointment.

Do I need to be a resident of Washington County? 

No, the vaccine is available to anyone. 

No-cost vaccines

There is no cost to get a COVID-19 vaccine, even if you don’t have insurance. However, your provider may ask for your insurance, Medicare, or Medicaid information because providers can charge an administration fee to insurance. You will not have to pay a fee directly. Parking is free.

Transportation assistance 

If you need transportation to the clinic, call us at (844) 887-4148. We have partnered with Washington County Mobility Management to provide transportation to anyone who needs it. Please call at least 48 hours in advance for us to schedule your ride.

Will I have to come back for a second dose? 

Depending on the brand of vaccine you receive, a second dose may be required. Johnson & Johnson is the only one-dose vaccine and will be offered at our clinics until August 6, 2021. After that date, we will be offering Moderna and Pfizer vaccines. 

Learn more

Find answers to your questions about COVID-19 vaccines at coronavirus.ohio.gov/vaccine. Learn more about mass vaccination sites at http://bit.ly/MassVaxOhio.

Have questions about COVID-19 vaccines?

• COVID-19 Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
• COVID-19 Vaccines Myths vs. Facts
• Understanding How the Different COVID-19 Vaccines Work
• What to know before, during, and after receiving a COVID-19 vaccine
• Acceptable Forms of ID for Vaccine Appointments
• Priority Populations and Eligibility Fact Sheet
• Fact Sheet: COVID-19 Vaccine for Children 5-11 Years Old
• FAQs for Parents and Guardians of Children and Adolescents Eligible for the Pfizer COVID-19 Vaccine
• How to Make a COVID-19 Appointment for Your Child
• Steps for COVID-19 Vaccines to be Authorized for Children Ages 5-11
• What Does a COVID-19 Vaccine Do?

Many community businesses and individuals have shown tremendous support to our employees and the needs we have to care for patients during this time. Thank you to all who have generously given and supported our frontlines. Many have requested the ability to donate to support our employees in need, or to support funding for resources needed. Thank you for this support.

COVID-19 Patient Fact Sheet - Quest LDT

COVID-19 HCP Fact Sheet for Providers

COVID-19 Testing Fact Sheet for Healthcare Providers: Cepheid

COVID-19 Testing Fact Sheet for Patients: Cepheid

Fulgent Patient Fact Sheet

Fulgent Provider Fact Sheet?

FS HCP Roche Anti-SARS CoV-2

FS Recipients Roche Anti-SARS CoV-2

Fact Sheets Abbott ID Now

COVID-19 Assessment Clinic Discharge Packet

GenBody COVID-19 Test Patient Fact Sheet

GenBody COVID-19 Provider Fact Sheet

HOSPITAL VISITATION

• Visitation for COVID-19 positive patients is restricted to one visitor per patient for a maximum of two hours with exceptions for end-of-life decisions of care.
• Visitation is open 24 hours/day except for Marietta Memorial Hospital’s critical care areas: ICU, 4 North and 4 South. Visitation in these areas is from 9 a.m. - 7 p.m. and 9 p.m. - 7 a.m. Providers reserve the authority to restrict critical care visitation based on patient condition.
• All visitors must be 12 years of age or older.
• All inpatient patients may have two visitors and one may remain with the patient overnight if clinically supported. No overnight visitors permitted in patient rooms for critical care areas listed above.
• Women & Newborn Unit patients may have two visitors at a time after birth. During labor, the patient may have at least one visitor. Additional visitors during labor at the discretion of staff. Siblings under the age of 12 may visit the Women & Newborn Unit.
• The Inpatient Rehabilitation Unit at Selby General Hospital has visitation Monday – Saturday, 4 - 8 p.m. and Sunday, 12 - 7 p.m. for those aged 18 and older only to allow for therapy during the day.

OFF-SITE LOCATION VISITATION

Patients may have up to two visitors accompany them to their appointment if they meet above requirements.

MASK GUIDANCE

Masking is not required in public areas but may be requested in clinical areas. If you do not have a mask, please see our information or registration desks and we can provide one.

SCREENING GUIDANCE

Any visitors experiencing symptoms of COVID-19 should not enter the facility. This includes if you:

• Have a temperature greater than 100°F.
• Have experienced fever, chills, cough, shortness of breath, fatigue, muscle aches, headache, new loss of taste/smell, sore throat, congestion/runny nose, nausea, vomiting, or diarrhea in the last 48 hours.
• Have been in close contact with anyone confirmed positive with or experiencing symptoms of COVID-19 in the past 14 days.
• Are worried they may be sick with COVID-19.
• Are waiting on the results of a COVID-19 test.

If you have these symptoms and need medical care, please visit our Physician Care Express locations or emergency departments.

EVEN IN A PANDEMIC, YOU CAN FEEL SAFE. At every one of our facilities, you can expect the following measures being taken.

TAKING OUR TEMPERATURES-EVERY DAY - Every employee you come into contact with in our facilities is required to take a daily log of their temperature as part of our commitment to you and to each other.

SOCIAL DISTANCING - We're reducing the number in our waiting rooms, limiting visitors, adjusting seating, marking floors for safe distancing in outpatient areas, and offering the chance to wait in your car until your appointment when possible. Plexiglass shields and glass doors at our check-in and check-out areas also keep you distanced from our team members.

CHANGING CARE DELIVERY - Take comfort knowing your safety is our priority. COVID-19 positive and symptomatic patients are carefully quarantined away from patients and visitors in our hospital. Our COVID Assessment Clinic testing is in a separate location, away from clinic areas. We're also offering telehealth visits for appropriate appointments, so you can get the care you need from the comfort of your own home.

PRE-SURGERY SCREENING - All of our surgical patients, with the exception of interventional spine and joint surgery, will be tested for COVID-19, unless they've had COVID-19 within the last 90 days and are asymptomatic. This is for the safety of all our patients, doctors, and support staff.

ADDITIONAL CLEANING - If you've visited our facilities in the past, you know that cleanliness has always been one of our top priorities. But now, we're taking extraordinary new steps to be sure there is thorough, frequent, and ongoing cleaning measures.

• 24 Hour Nurse Line: (844) 474-6522
• MemorialCareNow App: Download on Google Play and Apple Store or memorialcarenow.com
• MyMemorialChart: mhsystem.org/mymemorialchart
• Telehealth visits - Medicare and insurance companies are allowing the use of telephone or smart phone telehealth visits. Call your provider's office and ask if this is an option for you!