Immunizations

Immunizations

Vaccination is one of the most convenient and safest preventive care measures available. Without immunizations, diseases we are now protected against could easily return. To schedule an appointment, call one of our branch offices listed below.

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Clinton County
989-224-2195
(Option 5, then 2)

St. Johns, MI

Gratiot County
989-875-3681
(Option 5, then 2)

Ithaca, MI

Montcalm County
989-831-5237
(Option 5, then 2)

Stanton, MI

Immunization Clinics

Immunization clinics at Mid-Michigan District Health Department provide vaccinations as recommended by the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) Advisory Committee for Immunization Practices (ACIP). Walk-ins will be accommodated as the schedule allows, but appointments are preferred.

Clinic hours vary by county. For more information or to schedule an appointment, call one of our branch offices listed above.

MMDHD Vaccination

Want to see how your county's immunization rates compare to the rest of Michigan? Check out these quarterly report cards.

Immunization Waivers

To obtain a medical waiver, please make an appointment with your health care provider and have them complete a Medical Contradiction Form.

To obtain a non-medical waiver, you will need to make an in-person appointment with a Mid-Michigan District Health Department nurse. The non-medical waiver process will be completed in MCIR. To schedule an appointment, call the branch office nearest you.

For more information on Immunization Waivers click: here.

Michigan Care Improvement Registry

The Michigan Care Improvement Registry (MCIR) is a lifespan registry including citizens of all ages in the MCIR. MCIR benefits health care organizations, schools, licensed childcare programs, pharmacies and Michigan’s citizens by consolidating immunization information from multiple providers into a comprehensive immunization record. This consolidation reduces vaccine-preventable diseases and over-vaccination, allowing providers to view up-to-date patient immunization history in one system.

Petition for Modification Form - Person Change Information

Petition for Modification Form - Vaccine Change Information

Access the MCIR Portal to download your State of Michigan immunization record from the Michigan Care Improvement Registry by clicking below.

Fees

Don't let the cost of vaccines prevent you from getting vaccinated. MMDHD participates with Vaccines for Children (VFC) and Michigan Adult Vaccine Program (MI-AVP). These programs offer free vaccines to those who qualify. Contact us for more information.

MMDHD bills most insurance companies to cover the cost of vaccinations. Check with your insurance provider to see what costs are covered.

A small administration fee is charged for each vaccine, using a sliding fee scale based on your income. This fee may be waived if there is a financial hardship.

Clinton County
989-224-2195
(Option 5, then 2)

St. Johns, MI

Gratiot County
989-875-3681
(Option 5, then 2)

Ithaca, MI

Montcalm County
989-831-5237
(Option 5, then 2)

Stanton, MI

From Birth to Adulthood, Vaccinations are Important!

Immunization Education for Health Care Providers

Our Nurse Immunization Educator can provide free immunization education to you and your staff! Contact Lisa Mikesell, RN at 989-875-1019 or email lmikesell@mmdhd.org to schedule your free nursing education credits/certificate of attendance.

Learn More About Free Immunization Education Opportunities for Providers and Staff

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's)

Where can I get the flu shot?

You may call the branch office nearest you to make a flu vaccination appointment:

Clinton County: 989-875-3681

Gratiot County: 989-875-3681

Montcalm County: 989-831-5237 

Adverse Event Reporting?

Adverse events reported to providers after vaccination should be submitted to the Vaccine Adverse Events Reporting System (VAERS)  according to state guidelines. For more information and reporting forms, please contact VAERS at (800) 822-7967 or visit the VAERS website .

My child missed some of their shots. Do they need to start over?

No. You can continue the series where you left off. Remember that delaying or refusing vaccines can put a child at risk for disease.

Can my child get their shots if they have a cold or ear infection?

Mild illness or fever is not a reason to delay immunizations. If you have questions, call and speak to the clinic nurse.

Is it safe to get so many shots at once?

Careful and thorough studies show that getting many vaccines on the same day does not decrease their effectiveness or increase side effects.

What side effects will my child have when getting their shots?

Most side effects are very mild and may include a slight fever, fussiness or some redness and soreness at the injection site.

What to do before and after your child gets a vaccination

Why does my child need chicken pox vaccine? Isn't it better to get the disease?

Chicken pox infection begins with fever and then a blistering rash breaks out. On average, people get 250-500 of these itchy blisters. Most people survive without any problems, but it can have complications such as pneumonia, brain or skin infections, and death.

The vaccine has only minor side effects and is 95 percent effective. People who have had vaccine instead of disease are four to five times less likely to get shingles and if they do, it is a milder case without complications.

What does VFC stand for and who is eligible for it?

VFC stands for "Vaccines for Children" and they are free.  The VFC Basic and Expanded programs are designed to keep qualified children in their medical home for basic preventive services and to reduce the barriers to getting children immunized.  If your child is 18 years of age or younger, and meets one of the following conditions:

  • is American Indian or Alaskan Native
  • is enrolled in Medicaid
  • has no health insurance
  • is under-insured

he/she is eligible for the VFC programs with the exception that he/she has private health insurance, including MI-Child or any commercially purchased managed health care plan, with immunization coverage.

Definition for Under-Insured: For the purposes of determining eligibility for VFC, children are considered to be under-insured if the child's insurance does not cover any reimbursement for the cost of the vaccinations.  A child with health insurance that has no immunization coverage at the time the child presents is considered to be under-insured and eligible to receive VFC vaccine.