Highland Health Center Services

The goal at the Highland Health Center is not to replace your student's existing provider; rather to supplement care in a place that is accessible and convenient. We offer excellent care coordination and can easily share important documents/information with your primary care provider upon request.

While the Highland Health Center is located inside Highland Middle School, we are not owned or operated by the Bellevue School District. The clinic is staffed and operated by both International Community Health Services (ICHS) and Youth Eastside Services (YES).

The Highland Health Center provides no-cost services to students. We are funded through the Best Starts for Kids levy which ensures all of our patients are able to access care, regardless of income status. When applicable, we bill our services to your insurance with absolutely no deductible, copayment responsibilities or out-of-pocket expenses.

Yes, parents are able to attend appointments at the Highland Health Center along with their student. Should a confidential topic arise, parents will be asked to excuse themselves so providers can speak individually with the patient.

Patient health confidentiality and privacy is a top priority at the Highland Health Center. We do not share nor disclose personal health information with the school unless granted permission from patients and parents.

State law mandates that patients who are old enough can access the following services without parental consent:

• Reproductive & contraceptive health counseling (any age)
• Sexually transmitted infection screening and treatment (ages 14 or older)
• Mental health counseling (ages 13 or older)

Confidentiality of other services are up to the discretion of the Highland Health Center medical providers and the patient

However, all services at the Highland Health Center remain confidential between the patient, provider and parents. Medical encounters and personal health information will never be disclosed to teachers, staff members or fellow Highland students.

The Highland Health Center is only available to students enrolled in the Bellevue School District. However, the Highland Health Center is operated by International Community Health Services (ICHS), which welcomes families at our main clinic sites.