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COVID-19: Resource center

What you need to know about COVID-19.

We’re here to help our members

We are committed to keeping you informed about how to take care of yourself and your loved ones. Get benefit information, preventive care tips and access to reliable sources for real-time information.

Vaccinations

The COVID-19 vaccine is a covered benefit for Sharp Health Plan members, with no copay, when received from your plan medical group or a contracted pharmacy.

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The COVID-19 vaccine is covered for members six months or older. This includes both initial vaccines and boosters.

Sharp Health Plan members can get the COVID-19 vaccine at no cost from their assigned PCP/medical group or from any pharmacy that is part of the CVS Caremark® national network. Use the pharmacy locator to find a pharmacy near you. Supply may be limited, so please check with your pharmacy to be sure they have the vaccine available.

You can also contact your PCP to schedule an appointment or check to see if your medical group is offering a vaccine clinic. If you are a part of Sharp Community Medical Group, you can find vaccine clinic information here. If you are a part of Sharp Rees-Stealy Medical Group, you can find vaccine clinic information here. For all other medical groups, please contact them directly.

See COVID-19 vaccine FAQ →

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Testing & treatment

As a Medicare enrollee, you are covered for COVID-19 testing and treatment. Applicable copays apply.

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Call your doctor first if you are concerned about possible exposure to COVID-19, or are experiencing symptoms such as a cough, fever or shortness of breath. 

See COVID-19 testing & treatment FAQ ➜

Your plan medical group

It’s safe to get the care you need, virtually and in person. Visit your plan medical group's website to find out how they’re protecting patients, visitors and caregivers during this time.

Telehealth

Get same-day care

We’re here to help you get the care you need. Here are helpful resources for getting care quickly. Remember, you should always contact your primary care physician (PCP) first about telehealth services, as well as COVID-19 testing and treatment.

Nurse advice line

Talk to a registered nurse after hours and on weekends at 1-855-562-8853. You may be directed to your PCP. This is to ensure the quickest and best care possible when the nurse advice line is experiencing high call volumes.

Video and phone visits

Telehealth visits are a covered benefit for members, if your doctor provides this service. Your copay will vary depending on your plan, but should be no more than the copay for an in-office visit.

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MinuteClinic

The health care professionals at MinuteClinic® can help evaluate symptoms and come up with a treatment plan. Most services will require you to pay the amount equal to your copayment for an office visit to your PCP.

The flu shot is more important than ever this season.

Pandemic or not, every eligible person should receive the seasonal flu vaccine each year. Sharp Health Plan covers the flu vaccine as a preventive care service, at no additional cost.

WHERE TO GET A FLU SHOT
Call 2-1-1

Call 211

Get your local questions answered 24/7 by 211 San Diego, our region’s trusted source for community services. You’ll find resources and crisis hotlines for housing and shelter, food assistance, emotional support and more.

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This video helps explain what COVID-19 is, how it spreads, and what to do if you are feeling sick or are worried about exposure.
 

Watch this video from PsychHub for ways to cope with the anxiety and uncertainty caused by the COVID-19 pandemic.
 

Testing is crucial to guiding our next steps in the fight against COVID-19, but do you know the difference between all the tests available?
 

If you or someone you know has lost their job, watch this video for coping strategies that can help support mental health.
 

  

Video and phone visits

If you have a medical concern or need a follow-up appointment, a video or phone visit1 might be the ideal option.

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Behavioral health

If you’re feeling anxious, depressed or overwhelmed, we’re here for you. It’s important to address these feelings to take good care of yourself. We offer several options, so you can get the support you need.

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Visit the news center

Get the latest updates on coronavirus (COVID-19) from Sharp Health Plan and Sharp HealthCare.

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California Aging & Adult Info Line

The Aging and Adult Info Line can connect you to your local Area Agency on Aging, which coordinates a wide array of services at the community level to seniors and adults with disabilities. Visit aging.ca.gov or call 1-800-510-2020.

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Helpful resources and phone numbers

Here are some important resources to help you or your loved ones to stay home, stay healthy, and stay connected.

  • The Friendship Line, offered by the Institute of Aging, is for older adults who are feeling lonely or in crisis. Call 1-888-670-1360 — 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
  • For wellness checks or to report abuse, neglect or exploitation, call Adult Protective Services at 1-833-401-0832 — available 24/7.
  • The Alzheimer’s Helpline is free to the public and available 24 hours a day. Call 1-800-272-3900.
Feeling Good & Staying Connected

Activity guide and planner

Download “Feeling Good & Staying Connected,” a new guide and weekly planner that can help you connect with loved ones and discover ways to feel calm and positive.

READ THE GUIDE
AARP Fraud Watch Network

Protect yourself from scams

AARP provides the Fraud Watch Network Helpline, for both members and non-members, who've been targeted or fallen victim to a scam.  Call 1-877-908-3360.

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Helpful self-checker

You can use this interactive tool from the Centers of Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and Sharp HealthCare to see if you are at risk.

Helpful shareables

Cold, flu or COVID-19?

Cold, flu or COVID-19?

COVID-19 can have symptoms similar to a cold or flu. Use this chart to learn the differences.

Symptoms of COVID-19

Symptoms of COVID-19

Patients with COVID-19 have experienced mild to severe respiratory illness.

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Protect yourself against cyber scams

Cyber criminals are finding new ways to defraud people online as we face the coronavirus and COVID-19. Be sure to protect yourself.

Find out how

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