(French Camp, CA) – Due to concerns about possible concurrent contracting of Covid-19 and influenza, Health Plan of San Joaquin (HPSJ) has expanded access for all of their members to receive the protections of this year’s flu shot. 

Now, any HPSJ Member can get their flu shot from any HPSJ contracted provider.

• For Members 19 years and older: providers will be reimbursed for both the vaccine and administration; members can get the flu vaccine at the doctor’s office or pharmacy.

• For children under 19 years: providers  will be  reimbursed only for administration; the vaccine is provided via VFC (Vaccines for Children Program).

For HPSJ members not being seen by their assigned provider, this expanded access applies only to influenza vaccination and not to any additional services and benefits.

If Members have questions, they are invited to contact (Toll Free) the HPSJ Customer Service Department at 1-888-936-PLAN (7526), TTY/TDD 711, and in Spanish at 1-888-312-PLAN (7526), Monday – Friday from 8:00am to 5:00pm.

During the holiday season – HPSJ is continuing to promote safe behaviors. That includes celebrating with just those already in the household, and connecting virtually with others. HPSJ staff are all getting the word out: This is how we give the precious gift of holiday safety;  please continue to practice the (3) Ws:

1. Wear a face cover whenever you are out
2. Wash your hands, a lot
3. Watch your distance, keep at least 6-feet apart from all you do not live with

… and Get a Flu Shot!

About HPSJ

Health Plan of San Joaquin, a not-for-profit, public health plan, has been serving members and the community since 1996. Located in the heart of California’s multicultural Central Valley, local HPSJ is the leading nonprofit, public Medi-Cal managed care provider, serving over 91% of Medi-Cal recipients in San Joaquin County and 69% in Stanislaus County. HPSJ offers a broad network of providers and works closely with doctors to develop programs and services to ensure quality health care for 353,000 members who are mostly working families and children, as well as seniors and disabled residents.

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