Physicals and Immunizations

In Tennessee, children are required to have certain immunizations before entering specific grades. In addition, a child who is new to Tennessee schools must have proof of a recent medical examination. The Memphis and Shelby County Health Department can provide these services. If your child is covered under Tenn Care, the services are free. Children not covered pay $85* for a physical exam which include any immunizations given at the time of the exam. Immunizations alone cost up to $35* per visit.

The following immunizations are required:

• Immunizations Required for All Students (K-12) - 2 rounds of MMR, both to be received after the child's first birthday; 4 rounds of DTP, one of which to be received after the child's fourth birthday; 4 rounds of polio.
• Additional Immunizations for Entering Kindergarten - Hepatitis B and Chickenpox
• Additional Immunizations for 7th Grade - Hepatitis B (if child did not receive as a baby)

These services can be obtained at the following Public Health Clinics:

• Galloway Clinic - 757 Galloway - 522-8268
• Hickory Hill Clinic - 6590 Kirby Center - 365-1045
• Millington Clinic - 8225 Highway 51 North - 873-4433
• Raleigh Clinic - 3040 Covington Pike - 386-2060
• Shelby Crossing Clinic - 6170 Macon Road - 372-7581
• Southland Mall Clinic - 1215 Southland Mall - 346-0081 For more information regarding these services, call the Memphis and Shelby County Health Department's School Health Program at 901-544-7646.

  *Fees are subject to change. Please call before your visit to confirm the Health Department's current fee schedule.