FAQs • Kansas Adjutant General's Department, KS • CivicEngage

Why are flu shots not being given at all State Employee workplaces?: We are not able to offer shots at every location where state employees are located. For those members who are at a location where flu shot clinics are not offered, you have coverage under the SEHP for a flu shot as long as you use a network provider for your health plan. We have attached our health plans’ information on where shots are covered. Please feel free to call the health plan customer service if you have questions about whether or not a provider is eligible under your health plan.

▼
Flu Shots

1. Who is eligible for the State Employee Health Plan (SEHP) flu clinics?: Members covered under the (SEHP) who are over age 18 and under age 65.

2. Why are you limiting shots to those under age 65?: It is our understanding that a different flu shot is recommended for individuals over age 65. We will only be offering the product recommended for those under the age of 65. Those over age 65 will need to check with their healthcare provider regarding obtaining the recommended flu shot.

3. Are children eligible to get their flu shots at the SEHP clinic?: No. Our vendor only provides shots for members over the age of 18. Check with your physician or health plan for assistance in finding flu shots for children.

4. Why are flu shots not being given at all State Employee workplaces?: We are not able to offer shots at every location where state employees are located. For those members who are at a location where flu shot clinics are not offered, you have coverage under the SEHP for a flu shot as long as you use a network provider for your health plan. We have attached our health plans’ information on where shots are covered. Please feel free to call the health plan customer service if you have questions about whether or not a provider is eligible under your health plan.

5. Do I have to pre-register?: No. Flu shots will be administered on a first-come, first-served basis.

6. If I am a state employee but not covered by the SEHP, can I get a flu shot and pay at the flu clinic?: No. Only covered SEHP members may use the flu clinic. The vendor will not be set up to receive payments from non-members.

7. What do I need to bring to the flu clinic?: All members will need to bring their Caremark ID card to be eligible for a flu shot. You may also want to bring a pen, as you will need to complete a consent form at the event.

8. Will the vaccine contain live virus?: No, the vaccine contains only deactivated virus cells, no live virus.