School-based telehealth clinic now available for students

Gaston County Schools is partnering with Kintegra Health to provide a school-based telehealth clinic, giving students access to medical care without leaving campus.

Through the telehealth clinic, students can connect with a Kintegra Health medical provider using secure video technology. A trained clinical professional will be with the student during the visit to assist with the exam and communicate with the provider.

The clinic can treat common minor illnesses such as allergies, asthma, coughs and colds, ear pain, fever, head lice, itchy eyes, mouth pain, pink eye, poison ivy, rashes, and sore throat. If a student does not feel well or has a minor injury, the clinic may be able to provide treatment that allows the student to remain at school.

All students are eligible to participate with a signed enrollment and consent form. Consent is also required at the time of each visit. Parents and guardians can choose to join the telehealth visit in person or by video to ask questions and share information.

Telehealth visits are covered by Medicaid and most insurance providers. For families without insurance, services are offered at a discounted rate based on income.

This partnership with Kintegra Health supports student health and helps reduce missed class time. It also makes it easier for families to get care for their children without having to miss work or other responsibilities.

To enroll, visit the Gaston County Schools / Kintegra Health Telehealth Clinic webpage.