Immunizations

Preventing illness starts with proactive care. Vaccines remain one of the most effective tools available to protect your family and community.
At SEKMCHD, we proudly offer a comprehensive range of immunization services to safeguard your health at every stage of life.

Why Vaccinate?

Vaccinations are a critical component of public health, offering protection against numerous preventable diseases, including:

• Measles

• Pertussis (Whooping Cough)

• Meningitis

• HPV-related cancers

Vaccines save lives. Don’t delay—vaccinate today!

Immunization Services

SEKMCHD provides the following:

• Required immunizations for school entry

• Routine childhood and adult vaccinations

• Tuberculosis (TB) skin testing

• Pertussis (Tdap) vaccines for individuals in close contact with infants (Baby Cocoon Program)

 

Please note: We do not offer travel-related vaccines. Visit our Resources page for a list of nearby travel clinics.

Vaccines for Children (VFC) Program

All SEKMCHD locations are enrolled VFC Providers.
This federally funded program ensures that eligible children receive vaccines at no cost, eliminating financial barriers to protection.

VFC Eligibility:

Children (18 years or younger) who meet one or more of the following criteria:

• Uninsured

• Enrolled in KanCare Title 19 (Medicaid)

• Privately insured but lack vaccine coverage

CHIP Eligibility:

Children enrolled in Title 21 (CHIP) may also qualify for low-cost vaccines if:

• They are uninsured, or

• Their insurance plan does not include immunization coverage

Unsure of eligibility? Contact your local SEKMCHD office for assistance.

Private Insurance Information

SEKMCHD can bill most major insurance companies

• If your plan covers immunizations, we will bill the insurance company directly

• Any portion not covered will be the client's responsibility

• Clients are encouraged to confirm coverage with their insurance provider prior to the appointment

 

If vaccines are not covered under your plan, children under 18 may still qualify under the VFC Program. No child will be denied vaccination due to inability to pay the administration fee.

Baby Cocoon Program – Free Pertussis (Tdap) Vaccine

To protect infants too young to be fully vaccinated, SEKMCHD—in partnership with the Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE)—offers free Tdap vaccines to:

• Parents

• Grandparents

• Caregivers

• Any individual in regular contact with infants under 12 months

💙 This service is offered at no cost.

School Immunization Requirements

In accordance with Kansas state law, all children entering:

• Daycare

• Preschool

• Kindergarten through 12th grade

       ...must provide up-to-date immunization records.

View the current Kansas School Immunization Requirements by clicking the link above. 

Additional Information

• Expecting a baby? Most newborns receive their first vaccines before hospital discharge.

• New to Kansas? Children enrolling in Kansas schools must present updated immunization records and a recent physical.

• Parent of a teen? Ask about:

  • HPV vaccine – protects against multiple cancers

  • MenACWY vaccine – protects against meningitis

Have Questions About Vaccines?

We’re here to help. Contact your local SEKMCHD office or use our website’s contact form for:

• General vaccine information

• Insurance and eligibility questions

• Appointment scheduling and pricing

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SEKMCHD is committed to ensuring every child has access to life-saving vaccines—regardless of ability to pay.
If your child is uninsured or underinsured, they may qualify for free or low-cost vaccines through the Vaccines for Children Program