Service |
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Emergencies | For life-threatening emergencies, call 911. Also, see Emergency/Crisis. |
Urgent medical or mental health problems |
If you have an urgent medical or mental health problem that cannot wait until UHS is open:
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Non-urgent problems | If your problem can wait until UHS is open:
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Cancel appointments | Medical appointments:
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Emergency contraception | The Morning After Pill, used for emergency contraception (not birth control) needs to be taken within 72-120 hours of unprotected intercourse or a broken condom. (It is most effective if taken within 72 hours.) If you cannot wait for UHS to open, check online for pharmacies that provide emergency contraception. Also, see Pregnancy Options: Medical, Counseling, and Educational Services. |
Dental emergency | See the Metlife website for a list of dentists or call (800) 942-0854 to speak to a dental plan representative. |
Insurance referrals | No referral is required for visits to an emergency room or urgent care center when UHS is closed. Please provide the facility with your student health insurance card. Claims submitted to insurance will be processed according to the SHIP benefits. All follow-up care must have an approved referral in advance by the Student Health Insurance Plan Office. |
Pharmacies with extended hours | See List of Pharmacies in the Bay Area. Refill your prescription through the eTang patient portal. |
Urgent care centers in the area | See the List of Urgent Care Centers in the area with extended hours. |
Faculty/Staff Occupational Health (For UC Berkeley employees only) |
For work-related injuries that require attention after hours or on weekends, go to the Alta Bates Emergency Department (510) 204-4444. 2450 Ashby Avenue, Berkeley, CA. |