VFC eligibility continues through age 18.

That means an eligible child who is 18 years old may still qualify.

Once the individual turns 19, they are no longer eligible for vaccination through VFC.

Not necessarily.

Children may qualify through several VFC eligibility categories, including Medicaid eligibility, being uninsured, or being American Indian or Alaska Native.

Underinsured children may also meet federal VFC eligibility criteria, but Pennsylvania limits the locations where underinsured children can receive VFC vaccine.

If your child is underinsured, contact our team before scheduling so we can confirm the appropriate location.

Children who are Medicaid eligible can qualify for VFC vaccines.

Bring your child’s current Medicaid information to the appointment.

CHIP and Medicaid are not always treated the same for VFC eligibility.

Please contact our clinic team before scheduling so we can review your child’s coverage and determine the appropriate vaccination pathway.

Email: clinic@skippackpharmacy.com

For an eligible VFC patient, the VFC-supplied vaccine itself costs $0.

A vaccine administration fee may apply.

Skippack Pharmacy currently charges $20 per dose for eligible non-Medicaid VFC patients.

An eligible child will not be denied VFC vaccination solely because their parent or guardian cannot afford the administration fee.

That depends on your child’s grade and vaccination history.

Pennsylvania has specific requirements for school attendance, with additional vaccine requirements when entering seventh and 12th grades.

We strongly recommend checking with your child’s school nurse before scheduling.

Ask the school to tell you exactly which vaccine or dose is missing.

That depends on your child’s grade and vaccination history.

Pennsylvania has specific requirements for school attendance, with additional vaccine requirements when entering seventh and 12th grades.

We strongly recommend checking with your child’s school nurse before scheduling.

Ask the school to tell you exactly which vaccine or dose is missing.

Our team can review available vaccination information and administer appropriate vaccines, but your child’s school determines whether their documentation satisfies the school’s attendance requirements.

If possible, bring written information from the school showing exactly what is missing.

We will do our best.

Complete the registration form and select the appropriate VFC/school vaccine option.

If your child has an urgent school deadline, you may also email:

clinic@skippackpharmacy.com

Include your child’s name, age, the vaccine the school says is required, and when it is needed.

Do not include unnecessary sensitive medical information in an unsecured email.

Advance registration is strongly recommended so we can confirm eligibility, vaccine availability, and staffing.

Pennsylvania VFC program rules may also require participating pharmacy providers to accommodate eligible walk-in patients under applicable program requirements.

For the fastest experience, please register in advance whenever possible.

Some younger-child vaccinations require specially arranged staffing.

If you cannot select the appropriate VFC vaccine for your child’s age through the registration form, do not choose an incorrect age or vaccine.

Contact:

clinic@skippackpharmacy.com

Our team will let you know whether we can arrange the vaccine or help direct you to another appropriate VFC provider.

You can still contact us about vaccination.

For vaccines available through our VFC program, our team can review eligibility and explain the scheduling process.

Vaccination does not replace regular pediatric care, and we encourage families to maintain an ongoing relationship with a pediatric or primary-care healthcare provider whenever possible.

Seasonal influenza vaccine can be available through the VFC program for eligible children.

Our available products can change throughout the flu season.

If your child only needs a flu vaccine, use our regular pediatric flu-vaccine scheduling pathway so our registration system can route the appointment correctly.

Please tell us before the appointment.

We have extensive experience helping children with significant needle anxiety, autism, sensory differences, and previous difficult vaccine experiences.

We’ll work with you to create a more comfortable vaccination plan.

Bring:

• Your child’s vaccine records if available
• School documentation showing required vaccines
• Insurance or Medicaid information when applicable
• Parent or guardian identification
• Any other documentation our team requested