COVID-19 vaccine appointments available for ages 6 months+
Scheduling for COVID-19 vaccine appointments for ages 6 months+ is now available:
- Medicaid Insurance: Ages 19 and under call 512-272-4636 (512-ARC-INFO). Availability differs for vaccines supplied by the state.
- Other Insurance Plans: Ages 6 months+, schedule in ARC MyChart or call 512-272-4636 (512-ARC-INFO).
ARC offers COVID vaccines for new and established patients of all ages.
We recommend COVID vaccinations for:
- Patients over the age of 65
- Patients six months and older with an underlying health condition that puts them at higher risk for severe COVID
- Patients ages 6-23 months, regardless of risk factors (per the American Academy of Pediatrics recommendations)
- Pregnant patients (per the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists recommendations)
If you are not in any of these high-risk groups, you can still benefit from the vaccine. We will provide information about the risks and benefits of the vaccine at your visit.
Visit our COVID-19 Vaccine page for pricing.
Symptoms
Most people, especially children and those under 60 with no chronic medical conditions, who contract COVID-19 develop very mild symptoms that include:
- Congestion or runny nose
- Dry cough
- Fatigue
- Fever
- Sore throat
Read more about COVID-19 symptoms.
When should I call my doctor or advanced practice clinician (APC)?
You should seek medical advice if you have symptoms of fever, a dry cough, fatigue, or shortness of breath, especially if you are over 60 or have underlying health conditions. If you develop emergency warning signs for COVID-19, get medical attention immediately. Emergency warning signs include:
Difficulty breathing or shortness of breath
Persistent pain or pressure in the chest
New confusion or inability to arouse
Bluish lips or face
Call 512-272-4636 if you have questions.
COVID-19 testing
If you are feeling mild COVID-19 symptoms, you can book a direct COVID-19 test offered only at a select group of ARC clinics. Direct COVID-19 testing is available during the day, evenings, and weekends.
If you are having symptoms, such as fever, dry cough, or fatigue, it is recommended that you be evaluated by a physician or advanced practice clinician (APC) before testing. A visit with a physician or APC is required to prescribe medication for treatment.
Schedule your COVID-19 test online.
Treating COVID-19
Treatment must be started within 5-7 days after you first develop symptoms to be effective. Most people with COVID-19 have mild illness and can recover at home. You can treat symptoms with over-the-counter medicines, like acetaminophen or ibuprofen, or a prescription, such as antiviral medication, to help you feel better.
If you have COVID-19 and are more likely to get very sick, treatments are available that can reduce your risk of hospitalization and death.
Visit the CDC's website for more information about the different types of COVID treatment.
Preventing the spread of COVID-19
If you have symptoms of COVID-19 or any other viral illness, you can spread the virus to others. There are precautions you can take to prevent spreading it to others: isolation, masking, and avoiding contact with people who are at high risk of getting very sick.
Regardless of your vaccination status, you should isolate from others when you have COVID-19 or any other viral illness that can cause severe complications for high-risk individuals.
You should isolate from others until your fever has resolved for 24 hours (without the use of fever-reducing medications) AND your symptoms are improving.
Learn more about the CDC's isolation and precautions for people with COVID-19.