FAQs

When are the immunization clinics?: Childhood vaccines for ages 0-18 are held every Tuesday in Gunnison and the first Wednesday of the month in Crested Butte. Call 970-641-3244 to make an appointment.

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1. When are the immunization clinics?: Childhood vaccines for ages 0-18 are held every Tuesday in Gunnison and the first Wednesday of the month in Crested Butte. Call 970-641-3244 to make an appointment.

2. When are the immunization clinics?: Childhood vaccines for ages 0-18 are held every Tuesday in Gunnison and first Wednesday of the month in Crested Butte. Call 970-641-3244 to make an appointment.

3. How do I get a medical care voucher?: Vouchers are available for children, as of May 3, 2013 we have depleted our funding for this program for adult services. We have applied for additional grant funds. Also beginning January, 2014 through the Affordable Care Act, Medicaid will be expanding and may be another resource for access to health care for low income individuals. Assistance to get on the expanded Medicaid is being developed through Human Services. Vouchers for children include primary, mental health, dental, and vision care. Call Public Health at 970-641-3244 for more information on qualifying. A limited number of vouchers are available

4. How do I get birth control?: Family planning services and testing are available through appointment in Public Health for women and men, please call 970-641-3244 to make an appointment. All appointments are strictly confidential.
Cost for services based on an income dependent sliding fee scale.

5. Where do I get a birth certificate?: If the person was born in Colorado they can be obtained locally in Public Health

6. How do I apply for Medicaid or Childrens Health Plans+(CHP+)?: Visit www.colorado.gov/PEAK to apply.