HaysMed’s annual drive-thru flu shot clinic will take place Sunday, September 15, 2024. The event, offered between 9:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m., will offer free flu shots for anyone older than 6 months of age.

It will be the 25th year the hospital has offered the community service, and approximately 3,000 people are expected to be vaccinated during the free clinic. The event is sponsored by the Hays Medical Center Foundation. While there is no cost for flu shots, participants are asked to bring a canned food item to benefit the Community Assistance Center.

If you want to fill out the required consent forms and bring them with you, fillable forms are available here- haysmedfoundation.org/flu

Complete, print, and sign a copy to bring with you for each person who plans to be vaccinated. This will help make the process smoother when you arrive.

Sunday, September 15, 2024

2220 Canterbury Drive, Hays, KS 67601

Enter at North entrance on Canterbury Drive

Free vaccine available to adults and children 6 months or older

• Please wear a short sleeved shirt.
• This year’s vaccine contains egg so people with egg allergies should contact their local healthcare provider for their flu shot. There will be no egg free vaccines available at the Drive Thru Flu event.
• People age 10 and above will be allowed to go through the drive thru.
• Children 6 months through 9 years of age will be vaccinated on the west side of the Center for Health Improvement.  Adults attending with children can also receive their shots in the same location.
• High-dose flu vaccine will not be available for 65 and older.
• It is recommended that children 6 months and older get an annual influenza vaccine.
• Optional food drive: Please bring a non-perishable food item which will be donated for community assistance.
• No COVID vaccine available at the drive-thru. The flu vaccine will contain no COVID booster.
• Form available to copy, fill out and bring with you at haysmedfoundation.org/flu

Sponsored by the HaysMed Foundation

HaysMed is pleased to announce the addition of Dr. Anum Khan to our medical team. Dr. Khan is a board-certified physician with specialized training in internal and hospital medicine. Her dedication to excellence is further demonstrated through her extensive internal medicine residency in Chicago, IL, where she trained at the prestigious Captain James A. Lovell Federal Health Care Center, Ascension St. Mary Hospital, and Mount Sinai Hospital.

Dr. Khan’s strong dedication to patient-centered practice strengthens our Hospitalist team, further advancing HaysMed’s commitment to excellence in patient care. With her extensive background, she is highly skilled in navigating the complexities of inpatient care, ensuring that every patient receives the highest standard of care.

At HaysMed, our team of Hospitalists plays a crucial role in coordinating every aspect of a patient’s care during their hospital stay. These dedicated physicians ensure seamless communication between the various doctors, nurse practitioners, and specialists involved in each patient’s treatment. By overseeing comprehensive care plans and acting as the central point of contact, our Hospitalists provide regular updates and address any questions or concerns from other healthcare providers, ensuring that every patient’s care is well-coordinated and thorough.

For more information about Dr. Khan and the services provided by our Hospitalist team, please visit our website or contact HaysMed at 785-623-5000.

HaysMed is excited to announce the implementation of an innovative service aimed at simplifying the bill pay process. Patients will now be able to enjoy the experience of a streamlined online payment platform, along with additional features. The new bill pay platform is designed with patients in mind. The platform includes live chat and text messaging features, along with updated, easy to read statements.

The bill pay platform features simplified statements and offers patients the ability to track payments and manage expenses online. The new  platform, launching in August 2024, focuses on user-friendliness and efficiency, ensuring patients can easily manage their medical payments and statement.

The platform includes a Live Chat option, designed to provide patients with quick and efficient online support. The Live Chat feature, available during standard business hours of 8:00 A.M. – 5:00 P.M. CT, allows patients to have their billing and invoice questions answered in real-time by a knowledgeable, friendly team, ensuring patients receive the information they need without the wait.

To further enhance the convenience and timeliness of managing your statements, patients will now receive a text message notification before a paper statement is sent via standard mail. This proactive notification system is designed to give patients the flexibility to review and pay bills directly from their mobile device as soon as the statement is ready.

To utilize the text message feature, please ensure your mobile phone number is up to date with your provider and the hospital. If patients prefer not to receive text message alerts, they have the option to opt out at any time. Opting out will not affect the delivery of paper statements and other important communications from HaysMed.

Commitment to Patient Care and Satisfaction

“At HaysMed, our priority has always been to provide outstanding care and a seamless experience for all our patients,” said Michelle Beckner, HaysMed Chief Financial Officer. “With the introduction of the new bill pay platform and new statements, we are taking significant steps to further elevate our patients’ experience and satisfaction, ensuring we are supporting both patients’ clinical needs and financial aspects of their healthcare journey.”

HaysMed invites all patients to utilize these new features and benefit from the enhanced convenience and efficiency they provide. For more information on the new billing platform, please visit our website at haysmed.com/payment.

Frequently Asked Questions

What’s Changing?

Starting August 2024, statements will feature a refreshed, modern design to simplify the bill pay experience.

New Live Chat option, offering patients real-time, efficient online billing and invoice support from our knowledgeable, friendly team.

Patients will now receive a text message notification before paper statements are mailed. This allows for payment directly from a mobile device.

Why the Change?

We’ve redesigned statements with patient convenience in mind, aiming to make them easier to read and understand. This update also includes better organization of information and a cleaner layout, enabling patients to find important details like payment terms and due dates at a glance.

What’s Not Changing?

While the look is new, please rest assured that this change is purely aesthetic. The process for making payments remains the same, and all current patient agreements and terms remain as they are.

How to Recognize the New Statements:

The HaysMed logo remains prominently displayed.

The color scheme is refreshed but still matches the HaysMed brand colors.

Security Note:

These statements are sent directly from the secure HaysMed system. However, please remain vigilant against phishing attempts. Always verify the sender’s address and feel free to contact HaysMed directly through our official channels if anything looks unusual.

Need Assistance?

For assistance please contact our support team at 785-623-5100. HaysMed is here to help!