Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis has established monoclonal antibody treatment centers around the state. People wanting to obtain this treatment don’t need a doctor’s prescription, per the governor’s order. Make sure you take your insurance information. You will be required to fill out an application on-site including your health insurance policy(s) number and provide your picture ID (driver’s license). The treatment consists of four painless injections. Afterward, you will be required to go to a nearby observation room to be monitored for potential reactions to the infusion.
One of the nearest sites is Fellowship Church off U.S. 441 near High Springs. The treatment center is in the building at the back of the church that had been used as a gymnasium. The treatment center operates 7 days a week.
To find locations to receive monoclonal antibody treatments around the entire state, please visit https://floridahealthcovid19.gov/.
Monoclonal antibody treatments can be prescribed by health care providers to individuals 12 years of age and older who have been diagnosed with COVID-19 or who have been exposed to someone with COVID-19 and are at high risk for severe illness and hospitalization. However, at Governor DeSantis’ direction, there is currently a standing order in Florida signed by the State Surgeon General that allows patients to receive this treatment without a prescription or referral if administered by an eligible health care provider. Such referrals are not required at any of the State of Florida monoclonal antibody treatment sites and treatments are available at no cost to patients.
The antibodies help the immune system recognize and respond effectively to the virus. According to the treatment guidelines, they should be administered as soon as possible after diagnosis. By providing access to these treatments at these new sites, Governor DeSantis is alleviating demand on hospital resources and further making sure that Floridians have access to all potential treatments that can help them recover from COVID-19.
Governor DeSantis and the Florida Department of Health continue to encourage Floridians to receive the COVID-19 vaccine. Find out where the vaccine is offered https://floridahealthcovid19.gov/.
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