COVID-19 VACCINE INFO

COVID-19 VACCINE for fall 2025

FAQ’s

Do you have the new COVID-19 vaccine?
Yes. We have ordered a small supply that should arrive the week of September 30.

Is the new COVID-19 vaccine covered by my insurance?
WE DON’T KNOW! With the changing political climate there is still much to determined. We believe it is likely that insurance companies in California will be covering the vaccine.
IMPORTANT NOTE: If your insurance does not pay for the vaccine you will be billed and responsible for full payment.

What vaccine manufacturer do you have?
While all COVID vaccine options are safe and effective. We have chosen the Moderna vaccine to have in stock. There are no plans to have other manufacturers in stock.

How many doses does my child need to be fully vaccinated?
For children who have not received any COVID vaccines, they should receive two doses at least 1 month apart.
For children who have received one dose from any manufacturer they need one dose of the new vaccine.

My child has received a vaccine from a manufacturer other than Moderna, can they get the Moderna vaccine?
Yes.

Do you have the vaccine for 12yrs and older?
Yes.

Do the providers at Almaden Pediatrics recommend the vaccine?
All of the providers strongly recommend that all children who are eligible for the vaccine get vaccinated.

Are you doing COVID-19 vaccines in Morgan Hill?
YES! Please see above for more information.

Can my child get other vaccines with the COVID-19 vaccine?
Yes! Your child can receive the COVID vaccine with any other vaccine.

Can my child get the COVID-19 vaccine at his/her check up or other appointment?
Yes, assuming the supply is available.

My child recently tested positive for COVID, when can she/he get the COVID vaccine?
Your child can receive the COVID vaccine as soon as their symptoms have resolved. However, it may not be necessary to get the vaccine for 2-3 months after an infection.

There is just so much online about the COVID vaccine, I don’t know who or what to believe?
When deciding what information to believe, you should follow the old mantra, “Consider the source.” So while you may find differing viewpoints and misinformation on the internet, if you stick to established, reputable medical institutions, including, but not limited to:
Mayo Clinic, Stanford Children’s, Harvard University, even WebMD, you will see the same consistent message regarding COVID vaccine safety and efficacy.
Unfortunately, under it’s current administration, the CDC is not longer a reputable resource for information on vaccine effectiveness or safety. That is a fact, not an opinion.

My child has a medical condition that makes me concerned about them receiving the vaccine. Will the providers give my child a medical exemption?
The providers will only give medical exemptions for FDA approved contraindications to the COVID vaccine. This is a very small list if instances.

What about side-effects?
Below is a great resource for questions about the COVID-19 vaccine.