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TESTING AND CONTACT TRACING GUIDELINES
FOR ORGANIZATIONS
The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) updated its guidance on
April 23, 2020, on the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and coronavirus,
explaining that employers may screen employees for COVID-19. Any mandatory
medical test must be job-related and consistent with business necessity, the
EEOC explained.
It is important to note that accurate testing only reveals if the virus is currently
present; a negative test does not mean the individual will not acquire the virus
later. Organizations and employers should require that employees and guests
engage in social distancing and regular handwashing to the greatest extent
possible.
TESTING OPPORTUNITIES
RESPIRATORY CARE CENTER
The Respiratory Care Center is a specific location dedicated to the care and treatment
of those with symptoms of COVID-19 and other acute respiratory illnesses. Think of
the Respiratory Care Center as an urgent care alternative for respiratory illnesses. To
make an appointment, call 863.284.5000. Walk-ins are welcome.
DRIVE THRU TESTING CENTER
Those tested at the Drive-Thru Testing site must schedule an appointment and have a
doctor’s order for a COVID-19 test and are able to remain in the comfort and safety
of their car throughout the process.To schedule an appointment call 863.413.5907.
The drive-thru location will remain open as testing kits remain available.
COVID-19 TELEHEALTH SERVICE
Our new dedicated COVID-19 Telehealth Service allows you to have COVID-19
symptoms evaluated by a Lakeland Regional Health Medical Staff provider from the
comfort and safety of your home. The service is available from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. seven
days a week. The cost for this service is $49 and is available for those ages 2 years
and older. To start a virtual visit, visit https://mylrh.org/covid-19-telehealth/.
SEVERE SYMPTOMS? EMERGENCY ROOM
If you are having severe symptoms of COVID-19, such as difficulty breathing, please
call 9-1-1 or visit your nearest emergency room. Through our new Call-Ahead Service,
those with injuries or illnesses that would benefit from an Emergency Department visit
can call 863.687.1414 before coming to the Medical Center. During the call, patients
are registered, screened, and given an arrival time.
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