COVID vaccine in Philly: how do I register and where?

So what is the relationship between the city and Philly Fighting COVID?

The Department of Health has provided the PFC vaccination site with approximately 1,000 doses per week so far, but has no control over its registration system. It’s similar to the city’s relationship with the Black Physician Consortium and with Acme Markets and other pharmacies licensed to administer the vaccine.

Do I have to register for both? What about other registers?

According to the city’s announcement, health department officials will work with other “pre-registration” sites to ensure they have access to information already collected by other organizations.

It is not known if there is a benefit to enrolling in these groups – as they are the ones who will actually administer the vaccines. The city of Philadelphia does not kick directly.

Is my data safe?

The data collected by the city’s form is kept with the same level of security as other health information managed by the Department of Public Health, the city said. For the other registers, it is not known what security measures are taken.

I am an essential employee. How do I register?

The municipal register includes boxes that you can tick to indicate that you are an essential worker.

How long will it take for me to hear from my vaccine appointment?

Farley said those who register with the city will likely not have a response for weeks, if not months. PFC is pretty much on the same schedule, with its website indicating that the doses will roll out over the “next few months.”

When will I get the vaccine?

The city does not yet have a specific schedule for vaccinations. But we do know the order in which Philadelphians should be vaccinated. Here’s a breakdown.

Who will administer the vaccines?

The city has issued a call for proposals for possible vaccination clinics – so stay tuned for more information on this one.

Meanwhile, the PFC clinic is already operational at the Convention Center. Hospitals, health systems, and pharmacies will also distribute doses, and the Black Doctors’ Consortium operates vaccination sites in various community centers.

Some large employers who have in-house medical facilities will also give shots, according to Farley. He also indicated that people with chronic conditions should eventually be able to get vaccinated through their doctor, but it is not known when that will occur.

“There is no reason to call your personal health care provider to ask them to schedule an appointment,” the city ad says.

WHY health reporter Nina Feldman and Billy Penn’s Max Marin contributed reporting.