Independence Blue Cross (Independence) and vybe urgent care (vybe) announce the opening of a COVID-19 vaccination site at Independence LIVE (1919 Market Street in Philadelphia), on the Independence Blue Cross campus. The site is open to residents of Philadelphia who meet the City of Philadelphia’s eligibility guidelines – which now includes people 65 and older – and who have made an appointment. There is also focused outreach being done by Independence and vybe to reach priority populations defined by the City.
Appointments for the general public are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Walk-ins will not be accepted. Independence and vybe will also be reaching out to eligible members/patients in Philadelphia to schedule them for appointments at Independence LIVE.
“We hope that the site helps make it possible for the City to inoculate more eligible people in an efficient and equitable way.” – Gregory E. Deavens
Vaccine administration is being coordinated by vybe at Independence LIVE according to the latest Centers for Disease Control and Prevention clinical standards. The site’s vaccine allocation is from the City.
“In order to meet President Biden’s challenge to vaccinate the majority of Philadelphians by the summer, we need to open as many vaccine clinics throughout Philadelphia as possible,” said Health Commissioner Dr. Thomas Farley. “To hear that two trusted partners like vybe and Independence Blue Cross have partnered to offer vaccine is an exciting development that could help to end this pandemic.”
“This is truly a time to be optimistic in the battle against COVID-19,” said Peter Hotz, president and CEO of vybe urgent care. “Every vaccine we give moves us to a safer and healthier city, and we know Philadelphians are ready to roll up their sleeves and get vaccinated.”
“We are proud to help the City’s COVID-19 vaccine efforts by making Independence LIVE, our multipurpose customer and community center, available as a vaccination site,” said Independence president and CEO Gregory E. Deavens. “We hope that the site helps make it possible for the City to inoculate more eligible people in an efficient and equitable way,” Gregory E. Deavens said.
Philadelphia residents who are eligible to get the COVID-19 vaccine can make an appointment at Independence LIVE by visiting vybe.care or by calling 215-999-3715.
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