Duke University 2009-2010 - Office of the Registrar - Duke University

Services Covered by the Health Fee. The Health Fee covers most of the services at the Student Health Center if
medically indicated and ordered by a student health provider. These include:
• medical care for acute and chronic illness and minor injuries
• one complete physical exam every two years
• annual gynecological exam
• some routine laboratory services including confidential pregnancy testing
• administration of allergy/immunotherapy shots
• TB skin tests
• nutrition consultation
• health promotion services
Services Not Covered by the Health Fee. If you are unsure whether a service is covered, please ask the Student
Health reception staff in the clinic prior to receiving the service. You are financially responsible for the following:
• prescription drugs
• x-rays and other radiology studies
• vaccines
• medical care provided in the Emergency Department, hospital, or other non-student health facility
• care provided by specialist consultants, including those working within the Student Health facilities
• dental care
• routine eye exams
• pregnancy care or deliveries
• tests, procedures, and prescriptions not medically indicated, not on the approved list, or not ordered by Student
Health providers
• immunizations/titers required for matriculation and travel
Student Medical Insurance Plan (SMIP). Health insurance is essential to protect against the high cost of unexpected
illnesses or injuries that require hospitalization, surgery, or the services of specialists outside of Student Health.
Therefore, all full-time and part-time degree seeking candidates who are in programs that require payment of the health
fee are required to have insurance. For those who do not have insurance, Duke University sponsors a plan (SMIP)
designed with students needs in mind. The SMIP provides protection 24 hours per day during the 12-month term of the
policy of each student insured and is specifically designed to complement the coverage provided by the Fee. Students
are covered on and off campus, at home, while traveling between home and school, and during interim vacation periods.
Coverage for the student's spouse and dependent children also may be purchased. The charge for the SMIP will appear
on the tuition bill and may be waived only by providing proof of adequate insurance coverage. Certain restrictions apply,
for more information, see http://healthydevil.studentaffairs.duke.edu. Enrollment in the Duke SMIP is mandatory for
J1/F1 visa holders.
Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS). Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS) provides a
range of excellent counseling and psychiatric services to address the acute emotional and psychological difficulties of
students. The professional staff is composed of psychologists, clinical social workers, and psychiatrists experienced in
working with college students. They provide evaluation and brief counseling/ psychotherapy for a wide range of
concerns, including college adjustment, self-esteem and identity, family relationships, academic performance, and
intimacy and sexuality. While students' visits with counselors are usually by appointment, emergencies are addressed
when they arise.
Each semester, CAPS offers counseling groups and personal growth workshops focusing on enhanced
self-understanding and coping strategies. These have been offered for second generation Americans; African-American
students; students completing dissertations; students with eating disorders; and gay, lesbian, and bisexual students.
Other groups and workshops have addressed such topics as eating and body image concerns, emotional regulation,
meditation, and perfectionism.
The staff is available to the university community for consultation regarding student development and mental
health. CAPS' staff work with campus personnel, including administrators, faculty, student health staff, religious life
staff, resident advisors, and student groups, in meeting mental health needs identified through such liaisons. Staff
members are also available to lead workshops and discussion groups on topics of interest to students.
CAPS, consistent with professional ethics and the North Carolina law, maintains a policy of strict
confidentiality concerning information about each student's contact with CAPS. If a student desires
information to be released, written authorization must be provided. CAPS' services are covered by the
student health fee. There are no additional costs for these services. For more information, see the Web site
at: http://caps.studentaffairs.duke.edu, or call (919) 660-1000.
The Career Center. All Career Center services are available to Duke students enrolled in the Graduate School and
to our alumni up to four years out. Career Center staff enable graduate students to assess their career objectives and obtain
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