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Welcome to Cayuga Health at Ithaca College

Hammond Health Center

When contacting your insurance company, you will need to refer to us as "Ithaca Medical Services" - Tax ID 862943718.

Participating Insurances
Student Health Services Hours

In an emergency (link is a phone number)call 911, or call Ithaca College Public Safety at (link is a phone number)(607) 274-3333.
This includes medical, mental health, and alcohol/drug-related emergencies.

Due to an unexpected issue the health center will be closing today March 24, 2025, at 4:30pm. Hours will resume normally March 25, 2025

Over the counter medications are available for purchase. Students should contact the Health Center prior to coming over so that we can best accommodate your needs.

Academic Year 

By appointment only. Students must call for an appointment before coming to Student Health Services and will be directed how to proceed.

Medicar services is available with limited hours Monday - Saturday, during academic calendar only. Please call Hammond Health Center 607-274-3177 to schedule a ride for an off-campus medical appointment or pharmaceutical needs only. Grocery shopping is not permitted during these rides.

We ask that students who are no longer on campus reach out to their home providers for prescription refills, etc. If this not possible, students who have been prescribed medication at the health center may contact us via the Medent Patient Portal or by phone to communicate with their Hammond Health Center provider.

Hours of Operation
covid vaccine available
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IC Partners with Cayuga Health System

August 15, 2022, Ithaca College and the Cayuga Health System (CHS) partnered to bring the expertise and resources of our major regional health care provider to directly support the on-campus services available to our students. The formalization of this partnership ensures that current and future IC students will continue to enjoy the critical benefits of a robust on-campus health care option for confidential urgent care, primary care, and mental health services.

Student Health Emergencies, After Hours Care, & Off-Campus Clinics

To Immediately Report an Emergency
For medical, mental health, and drug/alcohol related emergencies call Ithaca College Public Safety at (607) 274-3333 or 911.
Office of Public Safety
Need Care When We're Closed?
We understand that urgent needs and emergencies often happen outside of our business hours.
Emergencies and After Hours Care
Off-Campus Clinics & Transportation
Local walk-in and urgent care clinics and available transportation options
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Student Health Appointments, Services, Transportation & Medications

Medical Appointments
Students must call 607-274-3177 for an appointment before coming to Student Health Services and will be directed how to proceed.
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Medicar (For Medical Needs Only)
Medicar services are available limited hours Monday-Friday. Call 607-274-3177 to schedule a ride to an off-campus appointment.
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Medications
OTC Medication Dispensary Services
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Contact Info

Appointments required for most services. If you are feeling ill enough to make an appointment, call us at 607-274-3177 during business hours.

Student Health Services
Hammond Health Center
Ithaca College • 953 Danby Road • Ithaca, NY 14850
Fax: 607-274-1844

(link is a phone number) (607)-274-3177