COVID-19 Resource Center

Resources and updates on Coronavirus (COVID-19)

If you think you may have contracted COVID-19:

Call before you go

If you have a fever, cough or shortness of breath, or are otherwise concerned you have COVID-19, we ask that you do not come to any clinic facility without calling. Patients will be evaluated to determine if they require being seen in person or if they meet CDC guidelines for testing.

Do not go to the emergency department

Do not go to the emergency department simply for COVID-19 testing. The emergency department is only for those who need the most critical care. However, if you have chest pain, shortness of breath, dizziness, a severe headache or other potentially life-threatening problems, go to the emergency department or call 911.

COVID-19 Hotline: 913-360-6700

COVID-19 Hotline available M-F 8am-4pm. Between the hours of 4-7 and on Saturday from 8-noon, call 913-367-6690.
All other times, please call 913-367-2131 or wait until office hours to speak to your primary care provider.
If you are in need of emergency medical care, call 911.

Latest Updates

Sign Up to Show Your Interest in the COVID Vaccine

January 18, 2021

Amberwell Health is working together with Atchison County Emergency Management, Atchison Community Health Clinic, and Atchison County Health Department to provide opportunities for residents of northeast Kansas to receive the COVID vaccine by organizing mass COVID vaccination events. Mass COVID vaccination events will begin during Phase 2. Mass COVID vaccination events will begin when Phase 2 is activated by Kansas Department...

Locations for Free COVID-19 PCR Testing in Northeast Kansas

December 17, 2020

Free COVID-19 PCR saliva testing is available for Kansas residents at many area locations. These locations offer testing regardless of whether you have symptoms. Please see locations below for details regarding testing times and procedures for Atchison, Brown, Doniphan, and Leavenworth County. View additional testing locations at https://www.gogettested.com/kansas. Atchison County Locations Atchison Event Center 710 S. 9th St, Atchison, KS...

Next Steps After COVID-19 Exposure or Testing

December 1, 2020

Exposure Self-quarantine if you are a "close contact" with a confirmed case, as follows: You have been longer than 10 consecutive minutes within 6 feet of a person with confirmed COVID-19 OR who is being tested for COVID-19 due to symptoms and exposure. You have had with the person's respiratory secretions (for example, you've been coughed or sneezed on; kissed...

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Official Resources

Atchison County Health Department Facebook Page – Local information for COVID-19
KDHE Coronavirus Resource Center – Official Kansas updates and resources for COVID-19 from the Kansas Department of Health and Environment
CDC Coronavirus Resource Center – National situation updates, communications, and what you should know about COVID-19 from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Kansas State Department of Education – Official communications regarding school procedures for COVID-19

FAQ

Can I still see a healthcare provider if I don't have coronavirus concerns?

Atchison Hospital and Clinics offers a separate “well patient” entrance and clinic exam areas for patients needing non-respiratory illness healthcare appointments.

How is the Atchison Hospital treating coronavirus cases?

In order to protect patient privacy, we do not reveal any treatment information for any patient. All coronavirus cases identified in Kansas are posted on the Kansas Department of Health and Environment website.

Who will let me know if I have been in contact with someone who tested postitive?

The Atchison County Health Department will contact anyone who has been within 6ft of a positive COVID-19 patient for more than 10 minutes within the previous 14 days.