center for pharmaceutical compounding
foreign travel & immunizations
Going on an exotic trip? Uncertain if your destination requires immunizations? We make it easy for you by assessing your individual travel needs, checking for current information regarding outbreaks in your area of travel, and making recommendations to your provider suggesting which immunizations and/or travel medications may be appropriate.
The Center for Pharmaceutical Compounding’s Foreign Travel & Immunization consultation service is available to travelers of all ages.
How do I schedule a consultation?
click here to view the Foreign Travel Questionnaire. Fill out the questionnaire completely per person in your party. Our travel consultant will review your needs and contact you within 3 business days to schedule the phone consultation which is done by appointment. There is no cost for the phone consult. If you are unable to fill out the questionnaire or have an urgent need please call 269-327-0033 ext. 0 to speak with a member of our pharmacy staff. **PLEASE NOTE** A FORM MUST BE FILLED OUT FOR EACH MEMBER OF YOUR PARTY and must be completed at least 24 hours prior to the consultation.
How do I get an immunization or other travel medications for my trip?
We do not require prescriptions from your provider for standard travel medications and immunizations for patients 2 years of age and older. Particular circumstances might require us to reach out to your provider for approval. This will be determined once the consultation is complete. Every effort is made to complete the consultation within 3 days upon completion of the travel questionnaire, however, this may be delayed during peak travel seasons. Once the consultation is complete we will schedule an immunization appointment or let you know when travel medications will be available for pick up.
How far in advance do I need to get my immunizations?
Please contact our pharmacy with as much advance notice as possible to ensure adequate time to process recommendations and administer any immunizations that are needed. Some vaccinations require a series of shots over the period of several days/months. Though we prefer a wider window in which to work, we will make every attempt to accommodate those traveling on trips with short notice.
Do I need an appointment for my immunizations or can I just walk in?
We require an appointment for administration of travel related immunizations. We will make every attempt to accommodate short notice travel needs. Please arrive 15 minutes prior to your scheduled appointment to fill out required paperwork. Kindly provide a 24 hour cancellation notice. Non- travel related vaccines such as RSV, COVID and FLU are available on a walk in basis Monday-Thursday 9am-4:30pm without an administration fee.
Will my insurance pay for my immunizations?
Many prescription insurance plans do not cover immunizations for foreign travel. As a pharmacy, we are only able to attempt to bill prescription insurance for immunizations administered by a pharmacist. We are NOT able to bill medical insurance for any services rendered at the pharmacy.
What will the cost be?
Vaccine prices vary. Once your needs are determined, we are able to give you an exact cost. Because we are not able to bill insurance plans for office visits there is a $40.00 fee required per patient receiving a vaccination. If your vaccination requires a series of injections, the fee for subsequent injections is $20.00 per patient. Upon request, we can provide you with an invoice for you to submit for reimbursement from your insurance company.
Which vaccinations and travel medications do you offer?
Which vaccinations and travel medications do you offer?
- Abrysvo (RSV)
- Acute Mountain Sickness Prophylaxis Medications
- ActHIB (Haemophilus Influenzae B)
- Adacel (Tetanus, Diphtheria and Pertussis (Whooping Cough))
- COVID-19
- Energix-B (Hepatitis B)
- Havrix (Hepatitis A)
- Influenza (seasonal)
- Flu Kits for International Travel
- Ipol (Polio)
- Ixchiq (Chikungunya)
- IXIARO (Japanese Encephalitis)
- Malaria Prevention Medications
- Menquadfi (Meningococcal ACWY)
- MMR (Measles, Mumps and Rubella)
- Motion Sickness Medications
- Penbraya (Meningococcal ABCWY)
- Prevnar 20 (Pneumonia)
- RabAvert (Rabies)
- Shingrix (Shingles)
- Ticovac (Tick-Borne Encephalitis)
- Travelers Diarrhea Medications
- Trumenba (Meningococcal B)
- Twinrix (Hepatitis A/Hepatitis B)
- Typhim VI injection (Typhoid Fever)
- Vaxchora (Cholera)
- Vivotif (Typhoid Fever)
- YF-Vax (Yellow Fever)