Intermountain has performed more than 1.2 million COVID-19 tests over the last 15 months. Because case counts continue to decline and vaccines are widely available, Intermountain is transitioning our community-facing COVID-19 testing to a more routine medical model. All curbside testing sites will close and the COVID Hotline will stand down on Friday, July 2.
What this means for you and your patients:
- Intermountain will continue to offer COVID-19 testing for symptomatic patients seen in our InstaCares and emergency departments or through a Connect Care or Medical Group clinic visit.
- The process remains unchanged for patients who are having a procedure at an Intermountain location. Procedure staff will coordinate ordering COVID-19 tests per established protocols. The patient will receive a QR code and directions on where to pick up and drop off their specimen.
- Affiliated physicians and APPs can get lab client services from Intermountain Laboratory Services. Email mandy.anderson@imail.org to learn more.
- Individuals needing a test for travel or other asymptomatic reasons should access tests at retailers like CVS, Walmart, Walgreens, and Costco. Local health departments and their testing partners continue to provide testing options as well. For unique travel circumstances related to testing, a patient may also contact their provider or Connect Care to obtain an order for a test.
- For a short time, the COVID Hotline will have a recorded message available for individuals who may still call the number. The recorded message will direct the patient where to receive both testing and vaccination information.
- COVID-19 vaccines will continue to be provided in Intermountain Community Pharmacies and select Medical Group clinics. Community members, providers, and caregivers can access same-day appointments and schedule appointments at Intermountain Community Pharmacy locations by calling the pharmacy or through the public website.
To learn more contact Karen Brownell at karen.brownell@imail.org or Diane Rindlisbacher at diane.rindlisbacher@imail.org.
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