MinuteClinic expands services for back-to-school
MINNEAPOLIS MinuteClinic is helping teenagers get ready for the back-to-school season by offering new services that include acne care, sports and college physicals and treatment for minor skin conditions.
“We are a convenient and affordable health care destination for parents and young adults trying to care for personal and medical needs before the school year begins,” stated Donna Haugland, MinuteClinic chief nursing officer.
“Our new acne care services, in particular, can help ease the concerns many teenagers have about skin conditions and pimple breakouts.”
Acne is the most common skin disorder among Americans. About 80% of preteens and teens develop acne during puberty, according to the Centers for Disease Control. To help young adults battle blemishes, MinuteClinic nurse practitioners counsel patients on proper skin care based on their skin type, make recommendations on the OTC acne remedies and, if clinically appropriate, prescribe topical antibiotics or retinoids for moderate cases.
The exam and counseling for acne care is priced at $62 and most insurance is accepted.
For sports and college physicals, nurse practitioners measure height and weight, review the student?s health history and current medications, ensure all necessary immunizations are up to date and conduct a physical exam. At the conclusion of the visit, the practitioner gives each patient a MinuteClinic physical form stating the results of the exam. Forms provided by schools are stamped by the practitioner and reference the results on the official MinuteClinic form. Exams cost $30, and additional charges may apply depending on exam requirements. Insurance is not accepted for physical exams.
MinuteClinic practitioners also diagnose and treat patients suffering from lice or scabies infestation, offer OTC or prescription recommendations for relieving itching and rashes and provide advice on how to eliminate the parasites and prevent their spread among family members and friends.
In addition, the clinics offer nine vaccinations for children including shots for meningitis prevention that are now required by colleges prior to students arriving on campus. Seasonal flu shots for children and adults will be offered daily at MinuteClinic locations nationwide beginning in early September. Teachers and students in medical and nursing schools can also come to MinuteClinic for required TB testing.