980-819-4672 fax
100 North Main Street
Suite 150
Belmont, NC 28012
COVID-19/Respiratory Virus information and FAQ
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If you have 2 or more COVID-19 or flu-like symptoms symptoms, which include Cough, Fever, Body Aches, Sore Throat, Headache, , Shortness of Breath, Nausea, Vomiting, Diarrhea and others, you should be tested.
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Currently our office does NOT do COVID-19 or Flu testing.
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You should isolate as much as possible while awaiting results for COVID-19 testing.
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If you test POSITIVE for COVID-19, you should remain quarantined for 5 days and wear a mask for an additional 5 days. if you have fever, remain quarantined until you are fever free for 24 hours without the aid of fever reducing medication.
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If you are unsure about your symptoms, please call our nurses line directly at 980-253-2684
Is your office going to carry the COVID-19 vaccine?
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No, we will not be administering the COVID-19 vaccine at our office. We do not have the storage capability for this type of vaccine.
How much will the COVID-19 vaccine cost, and is it covered by insurance?
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We do not have that information at this time. According to the NCDHHS website, the vaccine will be free whether or not you have insurance. Click here for more information.
Can get a letter exempting me from getting the vaccine?
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At this time we will not be able to honor any requests for vaccine exemptions if the vaccine is required by your employer or your school.
How will I know when I can get the vaccine?
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At this time, ALL individuals are eligible for the COVID-19 vaccine and boosters.
If I've already had COVID-19, should I get the vaccine?
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Yes. We recommend that ALL patients receive the COVID-19 and the Seasonal Flu vaccine and appropriate boosters.