How to use Student Health Services

UTSA students pay a health fee every semester in their tuition which covers general clinic use and procedures with the exception of laboratory and pharmacy costs. Information on wellness, healthy living practices, and illness prevention is available through individual consultation, group presentations, classes, videos and brochures.

Student Health Services provides medical care for most illnesses and injuries experienced by college students. UTSA students are eligible for medical services by presenting their student identification card to the staff members at the registration window. Those needing care for minor conditions may come to the Self-Care Area of the Health Clinic (Recreation and Wellness Center 1.500) or (Downtown Buena Vista Building 1.308), where selected nonprescription medicines are available at no cost.

After the student comes to the reception window, they will soon be seen by a staff nurse, who will determine the severity of their condition and provide appropriate nursing care, give an appointment with our staff physician, or be referred to an off-campus medical service as needed.

It is important to remember that off-campus referrals are the financial responsibility of the student. Treatment at the Health clinic is usually without charge; however, laboratory tests and prescribed medications do require a nominal charge.