Before Your First Appointment

What to Know Before

Our goal is to maintain continuity of health care whenever possible, especially for chronic medical conditions. To have a seamless transition of care, complete the following steps before your first appointment.

Steps to Follow

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    Call to Schedule Your Appointment

    Call 573-882-7481 to schedule an appointment.

    Pro-tip: Make an appointment early in the semester to establish a relationship with one of our primary care physicians.

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    Remember a Copy of Your Health Insurance

    Make sure you have a copy of your health insurance if you have it.

    About Insurance and Fees
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    If Needed: Remember Your Medical Records

    If needed, bring a letter and/or appropriate and recent medical records from your previous physician. The letter should be addressed to:

    Medical Director
    Student Health Center
    909 Hitt Street, Columbia MO 65211

Forms

Record Release and Disclosure

Authorize MU Health Care to release your medical records and information with your care provider to help keep careful track of your health and well-being.  Learn how to obtain your medical records.

View Record Release and Disclosure Form

FERPA Release

To release your immunization information originally submitted for compliance with university immunization policies, complete this form to authorize the Student Health Center to do so.

FERPA Release Form

Authorization for the Use or Disclosure of Protected Health Information

Complete this form to provide your authorization for the Student Health Center to use or disclose your health information. You have a right to review our Notice of Privacy Practices before signing this authorization.

Disclosure of Protected Health Information Form