Vaccinations
Vaccinations & Flu Shots in the Bronx, NY
Vaccines teach your immune system to recognize an infection before you ever meet it, so a serious illness becomes a mild one or never happens at all. Adults need them too — not just children — and most adults are behind on at least one.
Who this is for
- Adults due for a flu shot, tetanus booster or hepatitis B series
- Patients who need vaccination records or titer testing for immigration, school or employment
- People with diabetes, asthma, heart disease or HIV, who benefit most from staying current
- Anyone who lost their childhood records and doesn't know what they've had
- Adolescents due for HPV or meningococcal vaccination
What happens at the visit
Records review
Bring whatever you have, from any country. Your doctor reviews it against what's recommended for your age, health conditions and job.
Titer testing when records are missing
A blood test can show you're already immune to measles, mumps, rubella, varicella or hepatitis B — which can save you from repeating a whole series.
The vaccines themselves
Given in the office, usually in the upper arm, and it takes a minute. You'll be asked to wait briefly afterward.
Documentation
You leave with a written record of what you received and the dates, which matters for immigration, school and employment paperwork.
Scheduling the rest of a series
Some vaccines require two or three doses over months. Our staff schedule the next one before you leave.
Ready when you are
Calling is the fastest way to be seen. Our staff answers in English or Spanish.
Adult vaccines commonly needed
Influenza each fall, Td or Tdap every ten years, hepatitis A and B, MMR, varicella, HPV for eligible adults, pneumococcal and shingles vaccines for older adults or those with certain conditions, and COVID-19 vaccination.
Which of these you need depends on your age, your health and what you've already had. Ask at your annual physical and it can usually be handled in the same visit.
What to bring
- Photo ID and insurance card
- Every vaccination record you have
- Any form your school, employer or immigration application requires
- A list of allergies, especially reactions to previous vaccines
- Your list of current medications
Insurance and cost
Medicaid and most commercial plans cover recommended adult vaccines, often at no cost as preventive care. Vaccines required for immigration or employment may be billed differently.
We accept Medicaid and most managed Medicaid plans, along with many commercial plans. Coverage rules change often, so call (917) 801-0954 with your card in hand and our staff will confirm what your plan covers before your visit.
Self-pay patients are welcome. Ask our front desk what a visit will involve when you call so there are no surprises.
See the full list of plans we accept
Frequently asked questions
- Do you give flu shots?
- Yes, seasonally. Call (917) 801-0954 to check current availability and schedule.
- What if I have no vaccination records?
- Titer blood testing can show what you're already immune to, and anything missing can be given here.
- Can I get vaccines at my annual physical?
- Yes, and that's the easiest way to stay current — your doctor reviews what you're due for during the exam.
- Are vaccines available for immigration paperwork?
- Yes. Vaccination review and catch-up vaccines are part of the immigration physical process at this office.
- Do you vaccinate children?
- Call (917) 801-0954 and our staff will confirm the ages we vaccinate and which vaccines are available for children.
Related services
- Immigration Physicalsimmigration physical Bronx
- Annual Physicalannual physical Bronx
- Hepatitis Carehepatitis C treatment Bronx
This page is for general information only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always talk with your physician about your own health. If this is a medical emergency, call 911.
Appointments
Call about vaccinations.
Our staff can help you in English or Spanish.
