The Indiana Department of Health has published a document regarding COVID-19, when you should quarantine, information on how to prevent the spread, and tips on keeping you family safe. You can look through the images below or click on the following link to download this to your device.
Download this guide as a PDF file.
March 5th Update
The message below was distributed by Eric J. Holcomb, Governor to all Hoosier.
The Indiana Department of Health works to prevent the spread of COVID-19. The best tool we have is vaccination. The supply of vaccine is limited but will soon be available to those with certain medical conditions that place them more at risk than others of becoming severely ill if infected with COVID-19.
Click here to read the full message.
March 3rd Update
Those over 50 years old and teachers are now eligible for the COVID vaccine. Please refer to https://www.coronavirus.in.gov/files/Eligibility%201.5.21.pdf for the full eligibility list.
The Indiana State Department of Health has issued an announcement that any Hoosier age 80 and older is now eligible to schedule a vaccination appointment, as are long-term care residents, first responders, and licensed/unlicensed healthcare workers (individuals must meet the ISDH requirements).
Here’s an excerpt from https://www.coronavirus.in.gov/vaccine/index.htm:
“COVID-19 vaccine has arrived in Indiana
The vaccination of Hoosiers against COVID-19 has begun. Any Hoosier age 80 and older is now eligible to schedule a vaccination appointment, as are long-term care residents, first responders (fire, law enforcement, emergency medical services, reservists and volunteers) who have in-person contact with the public and licensed and unlicensed healthcare workers who have in-person contact with patients or infectious material in any healthcare setting.
Hoosiers age 80 and older can schedule a vaccination at the link in the red bar above or by calling 2-1-1 if they do not have access to a computer or need assistance registering. Eligible professionals should receive an invitation and registration link from their employer, professional association, or the State of Indiana (Indiana Department of Health, Professional Licensing Agency, Family & Social Services Administration, Department of Homeland Security, or another state agency). If you are a licensed healthcare provider, make sure your email is updated with the Indiana Professional Licensing Agency and continue to check your email and SPAM. If you are eligible and haven’t received an invitation, please ask your employer.
Please be patient, as vaccine supply is limited. Additional groups will be eligible as soon as vaccine supplies permit.” – https://www.coronavirus.in.gov/vaccine/index.htm
If you have questions about the vaccine, please call our office or follow up ISDH for additional information. You can schedule your vaccine through https://experience.arcgis.com/experience/24159814f1dd4f69b6c22e7e87bca65b.
To assist you further, we’ve gathered the COVID-19 Health Information websites and listed them below. You can also view additional information on Covid-19 for the state of Indiana at https://www.coronavirus.in.gov/2393.htm. Stay safe!
Boone County – https://boonecounty.in.gov/Offices/health-department/Public-Health-News
Hamilton County – https://www.hamiltoncounty.in.gov/1595/Covid-19-Coronavirus-Health-Information
Hancock County – https://hancockcoingov.org/hancock-county-government-departments/hancock-county-health-department
Hendricks County – https://www.visithendrickscounty.com/covid/
Johnson County – https://co.johnson.in.us/health/
Madison County – https://www.madisoncounty.in.gov/covid-19.html
Marion County – http://marionhealth.org/covid-19/
Morgan County – https://www.visitmorgancountyin.com/plan-your-visit/coronavirus/
Shelby County – https://www.co.shelby.in.us/health-department/health-department-home/
Tests are FREE to all Hoosiers, however insurance information is collected when applicable. Click here register for testing https://www.coronavirus.in.gov/2524.htm
If you would like to schedule an appointment with Guardian Pediatrics, please call 317-848-3040.
Our office address 11590 N Meridian St #170, Carmel, IN 46032 and we recommend calling 317-848-3040 for appointments. If you would like more information about our services, please head over to http://guardianpediatrics.com/general-information/ for additional information. Our office hours at Guardian Pediatrics is as follows:
Monday 8AM–5PM
Tuesday 8AM–5PM
Wednesday 8AM–5PM
Thursday 8AM–5PM
Friday 8AM–5PM
Saturday Closed
Sunday Closed
Drs. Somes, McCollum, McKeever, and Schulte are now offering telemedicine visits for our patients. Our physicians are providing these visits using video conferencing to connect virtually with the patient and caregiver. Telemedicine is new to our office and many of our families. We will work with each family individually to provide the most appropriate care for each situation as it arises.
Telemedicine allows our physicians to care for each patient remotely using audio-visual communications. This service is offered through the use of a smart-phone text message, providing a link to a virtual waiting room and then creating a real-time connection between physician and patient. If the patient/caregiver does not have access to a smart-phone the physician will provide their services using audio communication only.
This service is available to all established patients with Guardian Pediatrics. The caregiver and patient must be present to initiate all telemedicine visits provided to children under the age of 18 years.
Telemedicine is offered, but not limited to, the following visits:
Telemedicine is not appropriate for all conditions or patient concerns. A physician will review all triage calls and determine which type of visit will be best suited for every appointment.
Telemedicine appointments will be billed through your insurance company. All copays will apply as if the visit was in office. Any remaining fees will be billed to the patient after the insurance company has reviewed each claim.
December 14, 2020