Immunization Program

Insurance Coverage

VFC vaccines are covered by Medi-Cal & Nevada County Medi-Cal Managed Care, if uninsured a $10 fee per vaccine applies. A limited number of vaccines are available to purchase for children who do not qualify for the VFC program. See fee schedule below.

We also have adult vaccines available depending on insurance coverage.

Most adult and childhood vaccines are covered by: 

• Medi-Cal 
• Nevada County Medi-Cal Managed Care
• Blue Shield PPO/EPO

We accept Cash, Check and Credit Cards ($2.00 or 2.4% processing fee applies).

Out-of-Pocket Fee Schedule

Self-Pay vaccine fees are Subject to change based on cost of the vaccine. 

In Memory of Jessica

Prior to flu season, a lot of time is spent planning clinics. We discuss logistics, supplies and allotment of vaccine doses. We discuss staffing requirements, outreach, and availability. We do a lot of talking about target populations and ways to reach them. We look at the previous year's statistics, including rates of hospitalizations and deaths due to influenza. However, there is one topic that brings the reality of influenza home:  the personal story of one lost to the disease.

Jessica, the beautiful, 32-year old daughter our own Registered Nurses, and a member of our community, passed away January 8, 2014 from the influenza virus. Jessica was a busy mom to Nathaniel, daughter to Kathy, and helpful hand to her grandmother.

Though having asthma, Jessica loved the outdoors and nature. She knew the trails of Round Mountain intimately and hiked there often. Jessica was not opposed to getting the flu shot. But, as with so many of us, life just gets busy. Jessica, exposed to the flu virus, became gravely ill and over a matter of a few days died from complications of the disease. Listening to the surreal events that unfolded over those few days, this could be anyone's story. But it is not, it is Kathy's  (Jessica's mom) story and she lives it daily. Jessica's sudden illness, trip to the Emergency Room, hospitalization, intubation, and eventual death play over and over in Kathy's mind. "She is the first thing I think about when I wake in the morning and my last thought at night before I go to sleep." Speaking with Kathy, she felt that Jessica would want to be part of the message, the dialogue, about how flu vaccinations save lives.

So we are dedicating our work to prevent influenza in memory of Jessica. No better message could be sent than a reminder that we all get busy and life happens, but a simple seasonal shot may prevent another member of our community from experiencing this loss.

Recent reports of measles cases around the country remind us about the importance of vaccination, which provides protection against serious illness. 

Measles is a very contagious disease caused by a virus. It spreads through the air when an infected person coughs or sneezes. Measles starts with a cough, runny nose, red eyes, and fever. Then a rash of red spots breaks out. 

Make sure you and your children are up to date on the MMR (measles-mumps-rubella) vaccine and other recommended vaccines, including flu and COVID-19. 

Talk to a health care provider and learn more (CDPH)

Since measles is still common in many countries, unvaccinated travelers bring measles to the U.S. and it can spread. Protect yourself, you family, and your community with the measles-mumps-rubella (MMR) vaccine, especially before traveling internationally.

2025 Recommended Immunizations for Children from Birth Through 6 Years Old (CDC)
2025 Vacunas Recomendadas Desde el Nacimiento Hasta los 6 Años de Edad (CDC)

Questions About Measles and Measles Vaccine (CDC)
Preguntas Acerca del Sarampión (CDC)

Make a request for the Mobile Health Unit to come to your school or community.

Visit Nevada County VaxFacts to learn more about childhood immunizations.

California updated state law to ensure Californians have access to lifesaving vaccines and screenings.

Cut Through the Noise About Vaccines (NFID)

Immunizations for Respiratory Viruses Prevention (CDC)

For information on current immunization laws, check out Shots for School (CDPH).

If you are a parent with questions about immunizations for your child, we encourage you to read this Vaccine Safety Handout (PDF).

Recommended Immunizations for Children Birth Through 6 Years Old (CDC)
Vacunas Recomendadas Desde el Nacimiento Hasta los 6 Años de Edad (CDC)

Recommended Immunizations for Children Ages 18 Years or Younger (AAP)
Vacunas Recomendadas Para Niños de los 7 a los 18 Años (HealthyChildren))

Recommended Immunizations for Adults 19 Years and Older (AAFP)
Vacunas Recomendads Para Adultos de 19 Años en Adelante (CDC)

Nevada County VaxFacts 
California Department of Public Health (CDPH) -  Immunizations
Center for Disease Control (CDC) - Immunization Vaccine Information Statement (VIS Sheets)
Immunization Information and Resources (PDF)
Shots for School/ Vacunas para la Escuela (CDPH)
Vaccine Preventable Disease Information and Data - (CDPH)

The vaccines offered to children are part of the Vaccines for Children (VFC) program. A child must be 18 years of age or younger and one of the following:

• has Medi-Cal, OR 
• has no health insurance, OR
• is Native American or Alaskan Native

A limited supply of childhood vaccines are available to purchase for children that are not eligible for the VFC program.