Tuberculosis (TB)
TB skin tests are offered at both Mishawaka and South Bend locations. You must be able to return at the designated time and location after the placement of the test. Failure to do so will end in an invalid test. Repeat placement of the test is optional with additional payment required.
- Medication for latent TB and active TB disease is available at no charge with a referral from a health care provider.
- A reporting form and documentation are required.
- Case management is provided by a Public Health Nurse.
Health Care Providers may print reporting forms from the links below. Completed reports may be faxed to our secure fax number at: (574) 245-6581.
TB Skin Testing
| SOUTH BEND LOCATION | MISHAWAKA LOCATION |
|---|---|
| TB Skin Testing Placement on a: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday | TB Skin Testing Placement on a: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday |
| 8:30 a.m. - Noon and 1:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. (Fridays closed 12pm-4pm for inventory) | 8:00 a.m. - Noon and 1:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. (Tuesdays closed 8am-12pm for inventory) |
| Walk-ins are welcome for placements. No appointment needed. | Walk-ins are welcome for placements. No appointment needed. |
TB Skin Reading
| BOTH LOCATIONs |
|---|
| Once placed, you must return 48-72 hours to have it read (please see hours of operation above) |
You MUST return to have read at date and time indicated at administration. |
| Total cost $30 at placement |
Questions or concerns regarding TB:
Lauren Gunderson, TB Nurse
Email
Phone: (574) 235-9750 - Extension 7946 or (574) 235-9750 - Option 6
Danielle Sims, Disease Investigation Specialist
Email
Phone: (574) 235-9750 - Extension 7943 or (574) 235-9750 - Option 6