Immunization Program


DHHS offers childhood immunizations throughout the year by appointment only for eligible children through the Vaccines for Children (VFC) program,  Immunizations are available at the Dennis Avenue Health Center, the Germantown Health Center, the School Health Services Immunization Clinic at the Rocking Horse Road Center and the Silver Spring Health Center. Call the specific location to make an appointment.

To be eligible for the VFC program, children must be 18 years and younger and meet at least one of the following:

  • Does not have health insurance.
  • Has Medical Assistance.
  • Has health insurance that does not cover vaccines.
  • Is Alaskan native or American Indian
Dennis Avenue Health Center
2000 Dennis Ave., Silver Spring
Tuesdays  8:30 a.m. -  4:00 p.m.
Call 240-777-1050 for appointments
  

Germantown Health Center
Immunization Clinic
12900 Middlebrook, 2nd Floor
Germantown  
Wednesdays 8:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Thursdays 1 - 4 p.m.
Call 240-777-3380 for appointments

 
Silver Spring Health Center
8630 Fenton St., 10th Floor
Silver Spring
Wednesdays 8:30 a.m. – 4:00pm
Call
240-777-3160 for an appointment  

Documents To Bring

If the child is covered by Medical Assistance, bring the child's Medical Assistance card.

Eligibility Requirements

Children age 18 years or younger must meet  at least one of the following criteria:

  • Child does not have health insurance
  • Child is covered by Medical Assistance
  • Child has health insurance that doesn’t cover vaccines
  • Child is Alaskan native or American Indian
Children with private health insurance should schedule immunization appointments with their primary health care provider.

Fees and Payments

There is a vaccine administration fee, based on a sliding fee scale that is set by the State of Maryland, Department of Health and is based on family size and family income.  A child will not be denied a vaccination based on inability to pay the administration fee. 

FAQ's

1.  How do I get a copy of my child’s Immunization record?

  • First ask your school nurse for a copy of your child's immunization record.  Montgomery County Public Schools (MCPS) maintains an immunization record for each enrolled student.  If the record is not available through the school, call 311.  The County’s Immunization Program will follow up, may search the State’s Immunization Registry, and will call you back.
  • Check the Maryland Department of Health's web portal MD.MyIR.net .  Maryland residents can access their vaccinations records online at no cost.  Users can view and print official copies of their vaccination records, and those of their family members, without an additional request to their health care provider

2.  Where should I call for an appointment for adult vaccinations?

Currently, we do not provide adult vaccinations, but we can provide information on local community clinics that offer vaccinations for a fee.  Call 311 for more information. 

Additional Information

No additional information at this time.

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