Health Services at Bard College

Announcement

Telemedicine Services

In accordance with current guidelines related to patient safety, all on-campus and local students must call to speak with one of our health care professionals rather than visiting our office in person. Please call 845-758-7433 to schedule a virtual appointment and you will be evaluated over the telephone or doxy.me, a vitual video platform that is HIPAA compliant.

Starting May 26, 2020, we will move to summer hours. The administrative office will be open Mon- Fri 8am- 4pm; a nurse practitioner will be on site for telemedicine Mon, Wed and Fri 9am- 12:30pm, and Tues- Thurs 10am- noon, by appointment, pending staff availability. If you call during these hours, please leave a message, including your name and phone number, and we will return your call within one business day.

Students living away from campus are encouraged to contact Health Service so we can help you to develop a personalized plan for your healthcare.

If you have been to a Black Lives Matter protest and are a NYS resident you are encouraged to get free COVID-19 testing. Call the Hotline to find the closest testing site 1-888-364-3065.
Bard CDPHP Telemedicine

If you have the Bard CDPHP insurance, you can access telemedicine and have a virtual visit no matter where you are located in the US. The Bard Plan is a National PPO. This is available 24/7.
CDPHP Telemedicine

COVID-19 Updates

Visit the COVID-19 Response page for announcements related to the pandemic, as well as changes to Bard's regular operations.
Bard's COVID-19 Response

Visit the Health Services COVID-19 page for public health information and resources, as well as special services from Health, Counseling, and Wellness.
COVID-19 Health Information

FAQs for Parents of Incoming Students

Dear Parents of new Bardians,

We encourage you to explore our webpages for information about our services and policies. However, below are some of the most commonly asked questions about health services at Bard. There is also an FAQ section on the Insurance tab that addresses questions regarding health insurance.

In the event that you can’t find the answer to your questions below or our other pages, feel free to contact us by email or call our office during business hours.

What health services are available on campus?

What health services are available on campus?
Our Nurse Practioners can diagnose and treat most routine illnesses and injuries as well as provide most routine health care, and can prescribe medications as needed. They can also assist students in finding care off campus for conditions needing a higher level of care. For more information please visit our Services Page.
How do students pay for services?

How do students pay for services?
Health Service does not bill for office visits or for most services rendered at our clinic. As part of their tuition and fees all students pay a Student Health Fee which covers these costs, however, medications and laboratory services are not covered by the SHF.

We maintain a small dispensary of over the counter and common prescription medications, and any medications dispensed during an office visit are typically charged to the student’s college account. However students have the option of paying cash, or getting the medication from a local pharmacy.

Laboratory services are billed directly to the student’s insurance. LabCorp provides laboratory services to our clinic as needed. Health Service will provide the student’s insurance information to LabCorp who will file a claim directly with the insurance company.
Where is the nearest hospital and ER?

Where is the nearest hospital and ER?
Northern Dutchess Hospital is located six miles south of campus in the village of Rhinebeck. You can learn more about the services offered there by visiting their website.
What if my student needs emergency services?

What if my student needs emergency services?
If the student is off campus then they or someone should call 911. On campus Bard EMS is available 24/7 (see the Emergencies page) to respond to medical emergencies on campus, and they can call for ambulance transport as needed. For other less urgent concerns we encourage students to call Health Service to schedule an appointment with one of our Nurse Practioners. We can typically see students the same day, and depending on the situation will make room in the schedule for urgent or emergency care. If necessary Health Service can arrange transportation to the ER via our Emergency Driver program.

Get In Touch

Contact Us

PLEASE CALL TO MAKE AN APPOINTMENT.
Please be advised that we have a new electronic medical record system so please allow extra time for intake.

Questions?
Call us at 845-758-7433 and we will get back to you today.

Appointments
Students are seen by appointment only. You can schedule an appointment by calling 845-758-7433.

Reminders
You must know what your current health insurance coverage is and bring a copy of your card to your appointment.
845-758-7433
Location and Hours

We are located in Robbins House Annex on North Campus with Counseling Services.

We are in the first white building on the left as you head down Robbins Road towards Manor and the Fisher Center.
Find us on the campus map
Phone: 845-758-7433
Fax: 845-758-7437
E-mail: healthservice@bard.edu
Hours: Monday– Friday, 9:00 am – 5:00 pm
Emergency Services

After-Hours Emergencies
On campus call ext. 7777, off campus dial 911, or go to Northern Dutchess Hospital Emergency Room.

Emergency Services
Emergency Room at Northern Dutchess Hospital
6511 Spring Brook Ave, Rhinebeck, NY 12572
Phone: 845-871-3440

Urgent Care Services
CareMount Medical Urgent Care Clinic
6734 U.S. 9, Rhinebeck, NY 12572
Phone: 845-231-5600

Announcement

COVID-19 Updates

FAQs for Parents of Incoming Students

What health services are available on campus?

How do students pay for services?

Where is the nearest hospital and ER?

What if my student needs emergency services?

Get In Touch