Immunizations

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Services

  • Federally Funded Vaccine for Children Program (VFC) for ages 6 weeks to 18 years.
  • Bee Wise Immunize! On the FIRST Monday of each month, the immunization administration fee is waived for children under 3 years old.
  • Adult Immunizations
  • Foreign Travel Immunizations
  • For immunization records or questions, call (913) 573-8855.

Services

Step 1.Get a Flu Vaccine

Call (913) 573-8855 to make an appointment.

Seasonal flu vaccines are available by appointment at the Wyandotte County Public Health Department for:

  • Adults who are uninsured, underinsured, on Medicaid, or these types of private health insurance: Aetna, BCBS, Cigna, UHC, and Point Comfort Underwriters.
    • Please note: We have limited free flu vaccines available for eligible adults without health insurance.
  • Children ages 6 months and older who are eligible for the Vaccines for Children (VFC) program (VFC eligibility: Medicaid-eligible, uninsured, underinsured, or American Indian or Alaska Native).

Step 2.Get a COVID-19 Vaccine

The Health Department offers COVID-19 vaccines for people ages 6 months and older. For more information on COVID-19 vaccines, visit COVID-19 Services.

Step 3.Vaccines for Children Program

Vaccines for Children (VFC), State General Fund, and Federal 317 program provide vaccines for children. All children will be screened for eligibility based on Federal and State guidelines. Please bring insurance and income information. There is an administration fee per vaccine for those individuals who qualify for state vaccines. Please call (913) 573-8855 for current pricing. We do bill Medicaid and HealthWave. 

A parent or guardian must provide written consent for children under age 18. Please bring child’s current immunization record to the visit.

Tell me more about the VFC program

Step 4.Foreign Travel Immunizations

We provide some immunizations for those who are traveling out of the country. The Health Department provides typhoid vaccines and prescription for malaria prophylaxis. We also help travelers catch up on lifespan vaccinations, such as Tetanus, Varicella, and MMR vaccines.

Please note: For individuals seeking Yellow Fever vaccine, the Health Department recommends reaching out to Passport Health at (913) 652-6640 for the Overland Park location or (816) 376-3040 for the Kansas City, Missouri location.

Step 5.Adult Immunizations

Adults can come to the Health Department for seasonal flu and COVID-19 vaccinations and, if needed, to catch up on lifespan vaccinations, such as Tetanus, Varicella, and MMR vaccines. 

Step 6.Mpox Vaccines

We have a limited supply of the JYNNEOS 2-dose vaccine available for people who qualify, which includes people with certain risk factors for contracting mpox.

Learn more about mpox vaccination

Appointments

Call (913) 573-8855 to make an appointment. Immunization appointments are available Monday - Thursday, between 8:30 AM and 5:00 PM (late appointments available until 5:30 PM on Thursdays).

If you live in Wyandotte County, you are eligible for free transportation to and from your clinic appointment! Ask about transportation when you call to make your appointment.

Walk-ins

Walk-ins for many of our clinical services, including immunizations for children and adults, are available Fridays, 8:30 AM - 3:30 PM, at619 Ann Ave, Kansas City, KS 66101.

Fee

There is an administration fee of $20 for each vaccine administered. For self-pay vaccinations, there is also a cost for the vaccine itself. Please contact (913) 573-8855 for current pricing.

For adults, we accept these types of health insurance for immunizations: Kansas Medicaid, Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare, and Point Comfort Underwriters

For children, we offer free vaccines through the Vaccines for Children for children who are eligible. Administration fee applies*. For children on private insurance, we encourage families to contact their pediatrician or primary care provider.

*Please Note: The administration fee is waived for children under 3 years old on Bee Wise Mondays.

FAQ

How many shots will my child receive?

Each child is different, with many factors to consider before deciding to immunize your child. Schedules from the ACIP are the official federal recommendations for the use of vaccines and immune globulins in the United States and are published by the CDC. These schedules indicate the recommended ages for routine administration of currently licensed childhood vaccines for children through the age of 18.

How do I care for my child after his or her immunizations?

You should receive a Vaccine Information Statement (VIS) for each vaccine given. These statements should be read before any shots are given. Please ask the nurse if you have any questions about any of the VIS's. You will also receive an information sheet called After the Shots. This sheet will explain how to reduce the possible side effects of the immunizations. Learn more about what to do before, during, and after your child’s vaccine.

Are vaccines safe?

Yes, vaccines are safe. Extensive testing is done before vaccines become available to the public, and the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), National Institutes of Health (NIH), and other federal agencies continue routine monitoring and investigate any potential safety concerns. To learn more about vaccine safety, see the CDC's vaccine safety information for parents and caregivers and safety information by vaccine.

How can I get more information on vaccines?

Use the following links to access more information about vaccines from the CDC and the WYCO PHD.

Please Note: There are many resources available online about vaccines. Some of these are based on science, while others are misleading and share harmful misinformation. Use critical thinking skills when researching immunization information on the internet. Look for reputable sources like public health agencies (CDC, local health department, state health department, etc.), hospital systems, or doctors or primary health care providers.

For Kansas Health Care Providers:

If you are interested in becoming a VFC provider, go to the Kansas Department of Health and Environment's VFC Webpage for enrollment information.