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Update on the COVID-19 vaccine
As of 1/18/21, Kaiser Permanente has limited vaccine supply for:
- Health care workers
- Long-term care patients and staff
- Emergency medical services
If you’re in one of these groups, go to kp.org/covidvaccine to schedule a vaccination appointment.
We are reaching out directly to those over age 75 — If you are age 75 or older, you don’t need to call or email us regarding COVID-19 vaccinations until we have contacted you first. We’ll let you know by letter or email when we can schedule you. Since supplies are low, it’ll take time to offer everyone an appointment. Thank you for your patience.
Learn more >Visitor Policy
Kaiser Permanente visitation policies are based on the state’s colored-tier system for COVID-19 activity for each county and are subject to change if a county tier status shifts.
Please do not visit or accompany patients if you have a cough or cold or are sick. All visitors must wear a proper face mask at all times and maintain at least six feet of distance from other visitors and patients while on our campus.
Any visitor who has tested positive for COVID-19 in the past 30 days or showing any COVID-19 symptoms will not be permitted entrance.
Visitor Policy
Hospital
- 1 visitor per patient
Pediatrics, Pediatric Intensive Care, and Neonatal Intensive Care
- 2 visitors at a time, rotating between 2 designated Caregivers
Labor & Delivery
- 1 visitor at a time and a doula by prearrangement
Surgery (same day)
- 1 visitor at a time
Emergency Room (depending on capacity)
- 1 visitor at a time with adult patients
- 2 visitors at a time for pediatric patients
Medical Offices and Clinics
- 1 visitor for pediatric patients or patients with disabilities or cognitive impairments, and language needs
Visitor Guidelines
- Screening of visitors will be conducted at entrances.
- Any visitors with fever, cough, sore throat, shortness of breath, or other COVID-19 symptoms, or confirmed COVID-19 will not be allowed entry.
- Any visitors must wear a mask, social distance, follow safety precautions, and limit movement while in the facility.
- If not accompanying the patient in the exam room, support persons will wait for the patient outside the clinic.
Policies are in accordance with California Department of Public Health guidelines.
COVID-19 Information and Visitor Policy for Kaiser Permanente in Northern California
As part of our commitment to protect our patients and staff, and to prevent the spread of COVID-19, we have implemented the following in our facilities:
Masks
In counties under public order, anyone entering our facilities must wear a mask. Masks are recommended for all persons entering our facilities in all other counties. If you arrive without a mask, we’ll provide one.
Temperature Screening
Anyone entering our facilities will encounter temperature checkpoints. If you are found to have an elevated temperature you will be asked additional question with regards to your visit and either escorted to your appointment or asked to contact your care provider.
Visitor Restrictions
In accordance with recent guidelines from the state of California, we are limiting visitors in our facilities.
Notice of Your Right to COVID-19 Testing by Kaiser Permanente
The Santa Clara County Public Health Department requires all health care providers supply their members and patients with COVID-19 testing if they meet specific criteria.
2020-21 Flu Season – Flu clinics now open
The flu is more serious than the common cold. Protect yourself and your loved ones from serious health risks by getting your annual no cost flu shot. For your safety and convenience, flu vaccinations are now available at the locations below.