Daily Coronavirus Update - April 8, 2020

" West Virginia is great because our people are great – mountaineers who will always be free.  We are tough, independent, inventive and honest, our character shaped by the wilderness of our state – its rushing streams, its boundless blue skies, its divine forests and its majestic mountains. We are West Virginians. And like the brave, loyal patriots who made West Virginia the 35th star on Old Glory, our love of God and country and family and state is unshakeable. Stay West Virginia Strong."

- Joe

Be sure to check out our newly redesigned COVID-19 website.

I was always taught that if you can count your blessings, you can share your blessings. It's my privilege to share some inspirational stories from those on the ground who are donating their time and energy to helping their fellow West Virginians. These are just a few of the countless acts of kindness happening in our state every single day. Share your stories or recommend someone to be recognized for being WV Strong by emailing WVSTRONG@manchin.senate.gov.

Today’s Better Angel is Amy Ford. She’s a nurse from Mingo County but she’s in New York City right now in the middle of our country’s pandemic helping take care of the thousands of COVID-19 patients they’re experiencing.

Amy says she’s seeing people of all ages and walks of life dying of COVID-19 – including healthy young people. That’s why it’s absolutely critical that we continue to follow the CDC’s recommendations and the stay-at-home order. We can’t afford to risk having the horrors in New York happen here in West Virginia.

Thank you, Amy, for being West Virginia Strong. All of us back here in West Virginia thank you and are praying for your health and your safe return.

WORKING FOR YOU

MANCHIN, HYDE-SMITH LEAD BIPARTISAN PUSH FOR HHS TO PRIORITIZE RURAL HOSPITALS IN COVID-19 EMERGENCY RESPONSE FUNDING

Charleston, WV – U.S. Senators Joe Manchin (D-WV) and Cindy Hyde-Smith (R-MS) today led a bipartisan group of 19 Senators in urging the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) to consider the needs of rural hospitals and hospitals with high percentages of Medicaid and Medicare patients as HHS distributes the $100 billion healthcare fund included in the CARES Act.

The Senators request an equitable distribution of funding from Public Health and Social Services Emergency Fund for small rural hospitals, critical access hospitals and other rural providers engaged in the COVID-19 pandemic.

The Senators said in part, “Last year rural hospitals closures hit a record high, and 2020 is on pace to be even higher.  So far this year we have had eight rural hospitals close, with several more on the brink.  About 60 million people, nearly one in five Americans, live in rural areas and depend on their local hospitals for care.  Prior to the COVID-19 pandemic, rural hospitals were already operating on shoestring budgets, and with the cancellation of elective procedures, have a desperate and immediate need for more funding. Therefore, we request you make this funding available immediately to provide relief to our struggling health care providers.”

Read the full letter here.

MANCHIN APPLAUDS FUNDING FOR NATIONAL GUARD TROOPS ON THE FRONT LINES OF COVID-19 PANDEMIC

Charleston, WV – U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV) today applauded the Trump Administration’s decision to provide federal support to West Virginia by giving the Governor the ability to deploy National Guardsmen under Title 32 502(f). Senator Manchin is relieved that the Administration heeded his call to extend these orders to 31 days so National Guard troops mobilized during the COVID-19 pandemic will receive the vital federal benefits they need, including healthcare, to stay safe during these deployments.

“This is an important step in the right direction. Our National Guard troops are on the front lines of the coronavirus pandemic and it is essential that we provide the healthcare benefits they need to stay safe. I will continue to work to ensure that the implementation of this extension is done correctly so that our troops are covered. We must work together to defeat this pandemic and our National Guard soldiers and airmen in West Virginia and across America are essential to caring for our citizens and providing the essential services they need,” said Senator Manchin.

Read more here.

MANCHIN ADVOCATES FOR SUPPORT FOR LOCAL JOURNALISM AMID COVID-19 PANDEMIC

Charleston, WV – U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV) led a group of nineteen senators calling for funding to support local journalism and media in any future COVID-19 relief package. In a letter to Senate leadership, the Senators warn that the widespread impact of the COVID-19 pandemic – including plummeting advertising revenue – could decimate local and regional news outlets even as communities have become increasingly reliant on their reporting amid the public health crisis.

“The current public health crisis has made the already vital role of local news even more critical,” the Senators said in part. “Some of the most important guidance for families and businesses during this crisis has been highly localized. Local journalism has been providing communities answers to critical questions, including information on where to get locally tested, hospital capacity, road closures, essential business hours of operation, and shelter-in-place orders. During this unprecedented public health crisis, people need to have access to their trusted local news outlets for this reliable and sometimes life-saving information.”

The full text of the letter is available here.

MANCHIN ADVOCATES FOR REOPENING ACA MARKETPLACE SO WEST VIRGINIANS CAN GET HEALTHCARE DURING COVID-19 PANDEMIC

Charleston, WV – U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV) led 27 of his colleagues on a letter to Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Secretary Alex Azar advocating for the reopening of the Affordable Care Act (ACA) online marketplace so West Virginians and Americans can sign up for health insurance during the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. West Virginians can also find information about signing up for health insurance here.

The Senators said in part, “Currently, millions of Americans are uninsured and anxious, not only about what the possibility of contracting COVID-19 could mean for their health and that of their family, but also for their financial stability. Opening up the ACA marketplace would provide an easy pathway to coverage for those who under previous circumstances may have decided to forego health insurance or purchase a substandard, junk insurance plan, but now in a global pandemic are in vital need of comprehensive coverage to protect themselves, their families, and our broader community. The Trump Administration’s reported decision not to open an SEP and leave millions of Americans uninsured and underinsured during this unprecedented public health crisis will inevitably mean fewer individuals seeking testing and treatment—prolonging the spread of the disease—and will put more families in dire financial straits. The COVID-19 pandemic is also causing millions of people to lose their jobs and their employer-provided health insurance.”

Read the full letter here.

TESTING / COLLECTION LOCATIONS

This is the main question my office is receiving: Where can I get a test? Please note that this is not a comprehensive list; there may be more testing sites out there that are added daily.  In order to provide as much reliable information as possible, I am including testing sites that are verified through an official communication or news release.

I will keep this section of my newsletter and my website as up-to-date as possible.  For any organizations or health care organizations who would like their site listed, or who have updates on their hours or requirements, please email me at common_sense@manchin.senate.gov .

It is recommended that you seek testing only when you begin exhibiting symptoms of COVID-19. Click here to view the screening criteria. To report your symptoms and be directed to one of the available testing sites, contact your primary care doctor or a designated hotline for your area. Most, if not all, sites require a physician's order before testing. If you have gone through these steps and are still having issues getting a test, please email me at common_sense@manchin.senate.gov and a member of my staff will reach out to you to see if we can assist.

Click here for WV DHHR's latest updates to reported COVID-19 cases

Locations and hours will be updated daily. Updates are highlighted.

BECKLEY
LOCATION: Beckley ARH Hospital, 306 Stanaford Road, Beckley, WV 25801
Testing if you meet criteria. For ARH COVID-19 updates and information call 606-439-7100 or visit arhcovid19.com.  

 
BECKLEY
LOCATION: Raleigh General Hospital, 1710 Harper Road, Beckley, WV 25801
Testing if you meet criteria set by state and local guidelines. Call 304-256-4100 for information.  

 
BECKLEY
LOCATION: Beckley-Raleigh Health Department. 1602 Harper Road, Beckley, WV 25801
Testing if you meet state criteria set by state and federal guidelines. Call 304-255-8531 for information.  


BECKLEY
LOCATION: Dr. Ayne Amjad’s office, 330 N Eisenhower Drive, Beckley, WV 25801
HOURS: Mon-Fri 10am - 12pm

Patients should call 304-252-5900 and fill out a questionnaire over the phone, or they will have to have an order from another doctor to be tested. Patients will drive up with their window half up. The person testing will be wearing personal protective equipment.


BECKLEY
LOCATION: MedExpress Urgent Care Center, 520 Beckley Crossing Shopping Center, Beckley, WV 25801
HOURS: Mon-Sun 8am - 8pm

The Beckley Crossing MedExpress is a designated COVID-19 testing location, subject to testing supply availability. If you have shortness of breath, fever, cough or believe you have been exposed to COVID-19, please call our center at 304-252-6639 before leaving your home. If you are not experiencing these symptoms, please search this site for the nearest alternative location.

BLUEFIELD
LOCATION: Bluestone Health Center located in the Bluefield Plaza Shopping Center, 3016 East Cumberland Road, Bluefield, WV

This location is no longer open for drive-thru testing but testing is still available if you meet the criteria for symptoms. For more information please call 304-800-5923.

BRADSHAW
LOCATION: Tug River Riverview Center, 556 Mountaineer Highway, Bradshaw, WV 24817

Please call the triage hotline at 304-448-2300 before coming in. 

BRIDGEPORT
LOCATION: United Hospital Center
HOURS: Mon-Sun 10 am - 4 pm

Patients without a valid order for testing should contact primary-care office to determine if they need a screening test. They can also contact the WVU Medicine Nurse Navigator line at 304-598-6000 Option 4.

Tests will be reserved for people who meet screening criteria based on CDC recommendations and are sick with symptoms that are consistent with COVID-19: fever, cough, and shortness of breath. 

The testing itself will be supported by both Quest Diagnostics and LabCorp, which will process the specimens that WVU Medicine collects from patients. Patients will typically learn test results in three-to-four days, although time will likely vary based on the volume of tests these two companies will be performing. 
 

BUCKHANNON
LOCATION: CareXpress & Pediatrics, 4 Northridge Drive, Suite 118 (Northridge Plaza) Buckhannon WV 26201
HOURS: Mon-Thurs 8am - 8pm, Fri 8 am - 5pm

Call in advance to 304-473-5600


BUCKHANNON
LOCATION: St. Joseph's Hospital, 1 Amalia Dr, Buckhannon WV 26201
HOURS: Mon-Fri 7am-10pm (emergency room open 24/7)

PHONE: 304-473-2000
A doctor's order is required. A referral can be obtained from a PCP or from the St. Joseph's Hospital walk-in clinic.


BUCKHANNON
LOCATION: Dr. Khan Internal Medicine Office, 2 Hartman Plaza, Buckhannon WV 26201
HOURS: Mon-Thurs 8am - 3pm, Fri 8am - 10:30am
PHONE NUMBER: 304-471-3400

BUCKEYE
LOCATION: Pocahontas Memorial Hospital, 150 Duncan Road, Buckeye, WV 24924

Testing is available. This facility is following state and federal guidelines to determine whether a test should be administered. Patients who present fever, cough or shortness of breath or have had potential exposure to COVID-19 should call ahead at 304-799-7400 to alert staff so isolation measures can be implemented as soon as possible if needed. 

CAMDEN ON GAULEY
LOCATION: Camden Family Health Camden-on-Gauley Medical Center, 10003 Webster Road, Camden-on-Gauley, WV 26208
HOURS: Mon-Fri 7:30am - 5:30 PM

Call in advance at 304-226-5725. Starting on Monday, March 30, drive-thru testing will be available at Camden-on-Gauley site on Mondays and Wednesdays from 9am – 3 pm.

CHARLESTON
LOCATION: Sunnyside Health Center located inside Kanawha/Charleston Health Department, 108 Lee St. E., Charleston, WV 25301
HOURS: Tue-Thu 8 am - 4 pm

Patients should call first - 681-205-2455.


CHARLESTON
LOCATION: CAMC, Chesterfield Avenue, Kanawha City

If you are experiencing flu-like symptoms and are concerned about COVID-19/Coronavirus, you can use CAMC’s 24/7 Care app to talk to a provider FREE – anytime, day or night. It only takes a few minutes to download the 24/7 Care app and set up an account. Then you can request a free visit using coupon code COVID. A CAMC provider will call you or video chat with you to talk about your symptoms and give you information about what to do should you need screened for Coronavirus.

If you do not have a smart phone or computer or if you have trouble downloading the 24/7 Care app, call (304) 388-9200 for assistance. We will help you sign up for 24/7 Care and get connected with a provider at no cost. Please do not call this number with general health questions about Coronavirus; we can only assist you with 24/7 Care. For general questions and concerns about COVID-19/Coronavirus, call the West Virginia Department of Health and Human Resources hotline at 1-800-887-4304.

If a patient follows the above 24/7 care process and is given an order for the COVID-19 test, then they are given directions to a site off campus for drive-thru testing. 
 

CHARLESTON
LOCATION: MedExpress Urgent Care, 1416 Maccorkle Ave. SW, Charleston, WV 25303
HOURS: Mon-Sun  8 am – 8pm

The Charleston MedExpress near Patrick St. Bridge is a designated COVID-19 testing location, subject to testing supply availability. If you have shortness of breath, fever, cough or believe you have been exposed to COVID-19, please call our center at 304-744-7517 before leaving your home. If you are not experiencing these symptoms, please search our site for the nearest alternative location.

CHATTAROY
LOCATION: Logan Mingo Area Mental Health, Inc
2954 Buffalo Creek Rd Chattaroy, WV 25667
HOURS: 8:30a.m. – 5pm

304-235-2954 Ext 1016

Call before coming. No referral is necessary. We provide services for Primary Care, Behavioral Health, and Dental but onsite services are limited to urgent care and COVID-19 testing, however, we are accepting new patients for PC and BH and follow up visits via telephone/videoconferencing at the present time.

CLARKSBURG
LOCATION: MedExpress Urgent Care Center, 101 Emily Dr., Clarksburg, WV 26301
HOURS: Mon-Sun 8am – 8pm

The Clarksburg MedExpress is a designated COVID-19 testing location, subject to testing supply availability. If you have shortness of breath, fever, cough or believe you have been exposed to COVID-19, please call 304-623-5094 before leaving your home. If you are not experiencing these symptoms, please search our site for the nearest alternative location.

CLARKSBURG
LOCATION: Community Care of Clarksburg, 700 Oakmound Road, Clarksburg, WV 26301
HOURS: Mon-Fri 8am - 8pm, Sat 8am - 4pm, Sun 11am - 5pm
PHONE NUMBER: 304-623-6330


CLAY
LOCATION: Community Care of Clay, 122 Center Street, Clay, WV 25043
HOURS: Mon-Fri 7am - 5pm, Sat-Sun 8am - 1pm
PHONE NUMBER: 304-587-7301

ELKINS
LOCATION: MedExpress Urgent Care Center, 613 Randolph Ave., Elkins, WV 26241
HOURS: Mon-Sun 8am – 8pm

The Elkins MedExpress is a designated COVID-19 testing location, subject to testing supply availability. If you have shortness of breath, fever, cough or believe you have been exposed to COVID-19, please call our center at 304-636-8422 before leaving your home. If you are seeking care unrelated to COVID-19, our center continues to offer convenient, quality care for everyday injuries and illnesses.

ELKINS
LOCATION: Davis Medical Center, 812 Gorman Avenue, Elkins, 26241
HOURS: Mon-Sun  8am – 5pm

Due to the current limited availability of COVID-19 test kits, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has issued guidelines to qualify patients for COVID-19 testing, therefore not every patient who comes to the DMC drive-thru pre-screening may get COVID-19 testing. High-risk individuals and/or those meeting CDC criteria for COVID-19 testing will be triaged by health professionals for further follow-up.

Children age 10 and under will not be screened at the drive-thru unit. Parents should contact their primary care physician for instructions or contact Davis Medical Center for instructions on making an appointment with a pediatrician. DMC COVID Triage Nurse Available: 304.630.3088

ELKINS
LOCATION: Valley Health Care Elkins , 240 Allegheny Highway Elkins, WV 26241
PHONE: 304-355-2050
Call 304-355-2050 in advance.

FAIRMONT
LOCATION: Offices of Dr. Bonfili and Dr. Flowers, 1840 Locust Avenue, Fairmont
HOURS: Testing is now open Monday-Friday from 3pm – 6pm

Please note that individuals interested in receiving a test are required to contact Mon Health Patient Outreach at 304-285-3798 for pre-screening and must indicate they would like to be tested in Fairmont.

FAYETTEVILLE
LOCATION: MedExpress Urgent Care, 5447 Maple Lane Fayetteville, WV 25840
HOURS: Mon-Sun 8am – 8pm

The Fayetteville MedExpress is a designated COVID-19 testing location, subject to testing supply availability. If you have shortness of breath, fever, cough or believe you have been exposed to COVID-19, please call 304-658-9397 before leaving your home. If you are not experiencing these symptoms, please search our site for the nearest alternative location.

FLATWOODS
LOCATION: Community Care/CareXpress of Flatwoods, 273 Skidmore Lane, Sutton, WV 26601
HOURS: Mon-Fri 7am - 5pm
PHONE NUMBER: 304-765-4400

FOREST HILL
LOCATION: MHC Forest Hill Clinic, 180 Old Schoolhouse Road, Forest Hill, WV  24935
HOURS: Tuesdays and Thursdays   9am-3pm

The Monroe Health Center is testing for those that meet criteria in Monroe and Summers Counties. Please call 304-466-1152.

GARY
LOCATION: Tug River Health Association Inc. – Gary Center, 5883 Black Diamond Highway, Gary, WV 24836

Please call the triage hotline at 304-448-2300 before coming in.

GASSAWAY
LOCATION: WVU Medicine Braxton County Memorial Hospital, 100 Hoylman Drive, Gassaway, WV 26624
HOURS: Mon-Sun 10am - 4pm
PHONE NUMBER: 304-364-5156

GLEN DALE
LOCATION: Testing will start tomorrow, Thursday March 26, Reynolds Memorial Hospital – WVU Medicine, 800 Wheeling Avenue, Glen Dale, WV 26038
HOURS: Mon-Fri  10am – 4pm

Call 304-845-3211 in advance.

GLENVILLE
LOCATION: Minnie Hamilton Health System, Glenville Office, Waco Center, 921 Mineral Road, Suite 101, Glenville, WV 26351
HOURS: Monday – Friday 8am-6pm, Saturday 8am-4pm

Testing if you meet screening criteria based upon CDC recommendations. Please call 304-462-7322 or 304-462-3407

GRAFTON
LOCATION: Grafton High School, 400 Yates Avenue, Grafton WV 26354
HOURS: As needed from noon-4pm 

To pre-screen, please call 304-265-0400.

GRANTSVILLE
LOCATION: Minnie Hamilton Health System, 186 Hospital Drive, Grantsville, WV 26147

Testing if you meet screening criteria based upon CDC recommendations. Please call 304-354-9244 or 304-354-9704

HINTON
LOCATION: Summers County ARH, 115 Summers Hospital Road, Hinton, WV 25951

Testing if you meet criteria. For ARH COVID-19 updates and information call 606-439-7100 or visit arhcovid19.com

HUNTINGTON
LOCATION: St. Mary’s Center for Education, 2853 5th Ave., Huntington, WV 25702
HOURS: Opening Thursday, March 20, 2020 at 1 pm
Mon-Fri 10am to 4pm

The phone number is 304-696-2220

A physician order is no longer required for this site.

Marshall Health, Mountain Health Network and the Cabell-Huntington Health Department provide drive-through testing for individuals experiencing symptoms of COVID-19, including fever, new cough or new shortness of breath. Individuals should bring their insurance information and a valid ID. A physician order is not required; however, only those meeting the testing criteria during screening will be tested. Patients and residents of the Huntington area may also contact Marshall Health's COVID-19 Information Line at 304-696-2900 to speak with a nurse, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday.
  

HUNTINGTON
LOCATION: MedExpress Urgent Care Center, 3120 US Route 60, Huntington, WV 25705
HOURS: Mon-Sun 8am – 8pm

The Huntington MedExpress on US Route 60 is a designated COVID-19 testing location, subject to testing supply availability. If you have shortness of breath, fever, cough or believe you have been exposed to COVID-19, please call 304-522-3627 before leaving your home. If you are not experiencing these symptoms, please search our site for the nearest alternative location.

HUNTINGTON
LOCATION: Valley Health, 3377 Route 60E, Huntington, WV 25705
HOURS: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday and noon to 5pm on Saturday and Sunday.

Community members must first complete a telehealth assessment with a Valley Health provider and meet CDC guidelines for further testing before they may proceed to a screening site. A Valley Health provider order for testing is required. To schedule a telehealth appointment, patients may call 304-399-3358.
 

HUNTINGTON
LOCATION: Marshall University Medical Center/Cabell Huntington Hospital, 1600 Medical Center Drive, Huntington, WV 25701
HOURS: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday-Friday

Marshall Health and Cabell Huntington Hospital provide drive-through testing for individuals experiencing symptoms of COVID-19, including fever, new cough or new shortness of breath. Individuals should bring their insurance information and a valid ID. A physician order is not required; however, only those meeting the testing criteria during screening will be tested. Patients and residents of the Huntington area may also contact Marshall Health's COVID-19 Information Line at 304-696-2900 to speak with a nurse, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday.

HUNTINGTON
LOCATION: Cabell-Huntington Health Department, 703 7th Ave, Huntington, WV 25701
HOURS: Mon-Fri 8 a.m. to Noon and 1 to 4:30 p.m. 

Community members must first complete a telehealth assessment with a Valley Health provider and meet CDC guidelines for further testing before they may proceed to a screening site. A Valley Health provider order for testing is required. To schedule a telehealth appointment, patients may call 304-399-3358.

Further information on telehealth services and drive-thru screening is available at valleyhealth.org

HURRICANE
LOCATION: CAMC Teays Valley Hospital now offers drive-thru testing. 1400 Hospital Dr., Hurricane, WV 25526
HOURS: Monday through Friday, 9am – 4:30pm

Patients MUST have a referral from a physician to use the drive-thru testing. Call (304) 757-1700.

KEYSER
LOCATION: Potomac Valley Hospital, 100 Pin Oak Ln., Keyser, WV 26726
HOURS: Mon-Sun 10am - 4pm

304-597-3500

Patients without a valid order for testing should contact primary-care office to determine if they need a screening test. They can also contact the WVU Medicine Nurse Navigator line at 304-598-6000 Option 4.

Tests will be reserved for people who meet screening criteria based on CDC recommendations and are sick with symptoms that are consistent with COVID-19: fever, cough, and shortness of breath. 

The testing itself will be supported by both Quest Diagnostics and LabCorp, which will process the specimens that WVU Medicine collects from patients. Patients will typically learn test results in three-to-four days, although time will likely vary based on the volume of tests these two companies will be performing.  

KINGWOOD
LOCATION: Kingwood Elementary School parking lot
HOURS: Mon-Fri  10am – noon and 1pm-4pm

To pre-screen, please call 304-329-7285.

 
LEWISBURG
LOCATION: MedExpress Urgent Care Center, 1560 Jefferson Street N, Lewisburg, WV 24901
HOURS: Mon-Sun 8am – 8pm

The Lewisburg MedExpress is a designated COVID-19 testing location, subject to testing supply availability. If you have shortness of breath, fever, cough or believe you have been exposed to COVID-19, please call our center at 304-645-2164 before leaving your home. If you are seeking care unrelated to COVID-19, our center continues to offer convenient, quality care for everyday injuries and illnesses. Click here to find another MedExpress location.

LEWISBURG
LOCATION: Robert C Byrd Clinic, 1464 Jefferson St N Lewisburg, WV
PHONE: 304-645-3220
HOURS: Mon-Fri 10am-3pm

Robert C Byrd Clinic is administering COVID-19 testing via a mobile health unit. If you fit the criteria, they will test you from your vehicle in their parking log. Criteria include symptoms like a cough, fever, shortness of breath, or respiratory issues of any kind. If you are not already an established patient at the clinic, they can help you become established and they will take care of your needs.

LOGAN
LOCATION: MedExpress Urgent Care Center, 123 Enterprise Drive, Logan, WV 25601
HOURS: Mon-Sun 8am – 8pm

The Logan MedExpress is a designated COVID-19 testing location, subject to testing supply availability. If you have shortness of breath, fever, cough or believe you have been exposed to COVID-19, please call our center at 304-752-0183 before leaving your home. If you are seeking care unrelated to COVID-19, our center continues to offer convenient, quality care for everyday injuries and illnesses. Click here to find another MedExpress location.

LOGAN
LOCATION: Logan Mingo Area Mental Health, Inc , 174 LMAMH Center Rd Logan, WV 25601
HOURS: 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

304-792-7130 Ext 1037

Call before coming. No referral is necessary. We provide services for Primary Care, Behavioral Health, and Dental but onsite services are limited to urgent care and COVID-19 testing, however, we are accepting new patients for PC and BH and follow up visits via telephone/videoconferencing at the present time.

MADISON
LOCATION: Boone Memorial Hospital, 701 Madison Avenue, Madison WV 25130

Upon arrival to Boone Memorial Hospital or one of its clinics, a soft screening of all staff, visitors and those presenting for care will be completed. A soft screening consists of a few simple questions to assess possible symptoms or things which may put one at high risk such as travel history, possible exposure to COVID-19, etc. In addition, temperatures will be taken for all staff, visitors and those presenting for care.

For precautionary measures, Boone Memorial Hospital has erected tents and walls to allow for additional triage stations to quickly identify those presenting with COVID-19 symptoms via the screening measures mentioned above. Those in which symptoms are present will be segregated and directed accordingly by hospital staff to undergo further evaluation. 

 
MARLINTON
LOCATION: Community Care, 821 3rd Avenue, Marlinton, WV

All patients should enter through back of building. No appointment necessary. Call 304-799-4404 for more information. 


MARTINSBURG
LOCATION: Berkeley Medical Center, 2500 Hospital Dr., Martinsburg, WV 25401
HOURS: Mon-Sun 10 am- 4 pm

Patients without a valid order for testing should contact primary-care office to determine if they need a screening test. They can also call the WVU Medicine East COVID-19 Triage Hotline at 304.596.2890.

Tests will be reserved for people who meet screening criteria based on CDC recommendations and are sick with symptoms that are consistent with COVID-19: fever, cough, and shortness of breath. 

The testing itself will be supported by both Quest Diagnostics and LabCorp, which will process the specimens that WVU Medicine collects from patients. Patients will typically learn test results in five to seven days, although time will likely vary based on the volume of tests these two companies will be performing.


MARTINSBURG
LOCATION: MedExpress Urgent Care, 83 Retail Commons Parkway, Martinsburg, WV 25403
HOURS: Mon-Sun 8 am – 8 pm

The Martinsburg Commons MedExpress is a designated COVID-19 testing location, subject to testing supply availability. If you have shortness of breath, fever, cough or believe you have been exposed to COVID-19, please call 304-264-9730 before leaving your home. If you are not experiencing these symptoms, please search our site for the nearest alternative location.

MARTINSBURG
LOCATION:  Shenandoah Community Health Center, 99 Tavern Road, Martinsburg, WV, 25401
HOURS: Monday-Friday from 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Limited to established Women’s Health and Primary Care patients of Shenandoah Community Health only.  

Patients should call 304 263-4999 in advance to verify if they meet WV testing criteria.

MILL CREEK
LOCATION: Valley Health Mill Creek, 46 Town Center Plaza Mill Creek, WV 26241

PHONE: 304-335-2050 – call in advance

MILTON
LOCATION: Valley Health, 1 Harbour Way, Milton WV 25541
HOURS: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday and noon to 5pm on Saturday and Sunday.

Community members must first complete a telehealth assessment with a Valley Health provider and meet CDC guidelines for further testing before they may proceed to a screening site. A Valley Health provider order for testing is required. To schedule a telehealth appointment, patients may call 304-399-3358.

MONTCALM
LOCATION: Prudich Medical Center, 5451 Simmons River Road, Montcalm WV
PHONE: 304-589-3251

Testing if criteria for symptoms is met.

MORGANTOWN
LOCATION: University Town Centre, 6040 University Town Centre Drive, Morgantown, WV 26501
HOURS: Mon-Sun 10 am- 4 pm

Patients without a valid order for testing should contact primary-care office to determine if they need a screening test. They can also contact the WVU Medicine Nurse Navigator line at 304-598-6000 Option 4.

Tests will be reserved for people who meet screening criteria based on CDC recommendations and are sick with symptoms that are consistent with COVID-19: fever, cough, and shortness of breath. 

The testing itself will be supported by both Quest Diagnostics and LabCorp, which will process the specimens that WVU Medicine collects from patients. Patients will typically learn test results in three-to-four days, although time will likely vary based on the volume of tests these two companies will be performing. 


MORGANTOWN
LOCATION: Mon Health Medical Center at the main campus in the SurgiCare South entrance.
HOURS: Monday-Friday 9am to 1pm and 2pm to 7pm. Beginning Thursday, March 26, Mon Health Medical Center drive-through testing will operate from 10 am – 6 pm. Days of operation will continue to be Monday-Friday.

Before coming, patients must pre-screen and pre-register by calling the COVID-19 Patient Outreach Line at (304) 285-3798. Once registered, patients may come to the drive-through site to receive their swab.


MORGANTOWN
LOCATION: MedExpress Urgent Care, 956 Maple Drive, Morgantown, WV 26505
HOURS: Mon-Sun  8am – 8pm

The Morgantown MedExpress on Maple Drive is a designated COVID-19 testing location, subject to testing supply availability. If you have shortness of breath, fever, cough or believe you have been exposed to COVID-19, please call our center at 304-291-5805 before leaving your home. If you are not experiencing these symptoms, please search our site for the nearest alternative location.

MOUNT HOPE (former Oak Hill location)
LOCATION: (Formerly located in Oak Hill) J.W. & Hazel Ruby West Virginia Welcome Center off of Route 19, 55 Hazel Ruby Lane, Mt Hope, WV 25880
HOURS: Tuesdays and Thursdays, 1pm-3pm pending availability of supplies

Operated by Fayette County Health Department

NETTIE
LOCATION: Camden Family Health Panther Creek Location, 110 Panther Creek Elementary Road, Nettie, WV 26681
HOURS: Mon-Thurs   8am - 6pm

Call in advance to 304-846-2484.

NEW CUMBERLAND
LOCATION: Tomlinson Run State Park3391 Veterans Blvd., New Cumberland WV 26047
HOURS: Beginning today, Wednesday March 25, Mon – Fri  from 10am to 2pm

Contact the Hancock County Health Department at 304-564-3343.

NORTHFORK
LOCATION: Tug River Health Association Inc. – Northfork Center, 34035 Coal Heritage Highway, Northfork, WV

Please call the triage hotline at 304-448-2300 before coming in.

OAK HILL
LOCATION: Mountain Laurel Medical Clinic, 119 Main St, Oak Hill, WV 25901

Patients must be pre-screened by calling 304-465-0544. Collected specimens are delivered to the State Lab in Charleston with results coming within 24 to 48 hours.


PARKERSBURG
LOCATION: Camden Clark Medical Center’s Health and Wellness Center, 2804 Birch Street, Parkersburg, WV 26101
HOURS: Mon-Sun 10 am- 4 pm

Patients without a valid order for testing should contact primary-care office to determine if they need a screening test. They can also contact the WVU Medicine Nurse Navigator line at 304-598-6000 Option 4.

Tests will be reserved for people who meet screening criteria based on CDC recommendations and are sick with symptoms that are consistent with COVID-19: fever, cough, and shortness of breath. 

The testing itself will be supported by both Quest Diagnostics and LabCorp, which will process the specimens that WVU Medicine collects from patients. Patients will typically learn test results in three-to-four days, although time will likely vary based on the volume of tests these two companies will be performing. 

PARKERSBURG
LOCATION: WVU Medicine Camden Clark Respiratory Clinic, 4 Rosmar Circle, Parkersburg
HOURS: Mon-Fri 8 am- 4 pm

The Parkersburg MedExpress on Grand Central Ave. is a designated COVID-19 testing location, subject to testing supply availability. If you have shortness of breath, fever, cough or believe you have been exposed to COVID-19, please call our center at 304-485-3627 before leaving your home. If you are not experiencing these symptoms, please search our site for the nearest alternative location.

PARSONS
LOCATION: St. George Medical Clinic, Inc., 138 Crestview Drive, Hambleton, WV  26269
HOURS: Mon-Friday:  7:30 am to 8:00 pm,   Saturday 8:00 am to 12:00 Noon. 
Phone:  (304) 478-6000, Option 1

St. George Medical Clinic, Inc. has established a COVID-19 testing location at 138 Crestview Drive, Hambleton, WV  26269, subject to testing supply availability.  Patients are requested to call the health center (304) 478-6000, Option 1 prior to leaving your residence, especially if you are experiencing symptoms such as shortness of breath, fever, cough or believe you have been exposed to COVID-19.  A curb-side tent has been erected for medical staff to perform the proper CDC screening while you in your vehicle. If you meet the CDC criteria, and at the direction of the medical provider, a COVID-19 test will be administered. If you are seeking care unrelated to COVID-19, our main heath center continues to offer convenient, quality primary care for everyday injuries and illnesses.  The main clinic is located at 8591 Holly Meadows Road, Parsons, WV  26287. Phone (304) 478-3339. 

PETERSBURG
LOCATION: Grant Memorial Hospital, 117 Hospital Drive, Petersburg WV 26847

If you are concerned about possibly having the COVID-19 virus, please contact the Hospital’s main number at (304) 257- 1026 and request to speak to the ER Nurse before coming to the Hospital or local clinics. The ER Nurse will ask questions to evaluate and assess your symptoms prior to your visit. 

PETERSTOWN
LOCATION: Monroe Health Center, 2869 Seneca Trail South, Peterstown WV 24963
HOURS: Mon-Fri  8am-4:30pm

The Monroe Health Center is testing for those that meet criteria in Monroe and Summers Counties.  Please call 304-753-4336.

PINEVILLE
LOCATION: Wyoming County Health Department is conducting testing at Palisades Park on Park Street in Pineville, WV
HOURS: Mondays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays from 10am – 1pm

For more information, call the Wyoming County Health Department at 304-732-7941. 

PINEVILLE
LOCATION: Tug River Catterson Center, Pineville Center, Rt. 10, Main Street, Pineville, WV 24836

Please call the triage hotline at 304-448-2300 before coming in.

POINT PLEASANT
LOCATION: The drive-up site is located on the campus of Pleasant Valley Hospital, 2520 Valley Drive Point Pleasant, WV 25550.
HOURS: Appointments will be given from 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Walk-in appointments are not available.

Pleasant Valley Hospital Viral Testing Hotline - 304.674.2406

Hotline hours are Monday - Friday from 8:00am - 4:30pm.

If you have a cough, fever, or shortness of breath, call the hotline during operating hours for a screening.

If the Registered Nurses determine you have symptoms of a respiratory virus including COVID-19, you will be given an appointment to our drive-up testing site. Appointments will be given from 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Walk-in appointments are not available.  The drive-up site is located on the campus of Pleasant Valley Hospital at 2520 Valley Drive Point Pleasant, WV 25550.

Please bring photo identification and insurance card to your appointment. Those without insurance will still be tested. Please remain in your vehicle upon arrival. Someone will come to your window to test you.

If at any time after you have received a phone screening, you determine your symptoms have worsened, call 911 or go to your nearest emergency department.

PRINCETON
LOCATION: Princeton Community Hospital, 122 12th Street, Princeton, WV 24740

Princeton Community Hospital is testing if criteria is met. Call 304-487-7000 before you go. This location now offers drive-thru testing. You are required to have an outpatient physician order for COVID-19 testing in order to be eligible for this service. Drive up to the Parkview Center entrance portico, and remain in your vehicle. Someone from PCH will come to your vehicle window for registration, consent, and testing. 


PRINCETON
LOCATION: Bluestone Health Center, 3997 Beckley Road, Princeton, WV 24740

If you have traveled out of Country and have a fever with respiratory symptoms or have been exposed to the Coronavirus please call ahead to 304-431-5499 and remain in your vehicle. 


PRINCETON
LOCATION: MedExpress Urgent Care, 277 Greasy Ridge Rd., Princeton, WV 24740
HOURS: Mon-Sun  8am-8pm

The Princeton MedExpress is a designated COVID-19 testing location, subject to testing supply availability. If you have shortness of breath, fever, cough or believe you have been exposed to COVID-19, please call our center at 304-425-7615 before leaving your home. If you are seeking care unrelated to COVID-19, our center continues to offer convenient, quality care for everyday injuries and illnesses. Click here to search for another location.
 

PRINCETON
LOCATION: Bluestone Medical Center, 324 Oakvale Road, Suite 12, Princeton
PHONE: 681-282-5576

Testing if criteria for symptoms are met.

RAINELLE
LOCATION: Rainelle Medical Center, 176 Medical Center, Rainelle, WV 25962
HOURS: 24 hours

Patients with respiratory issues are asked to call 304-438-6188 from their car so they can be screened prior to coming inside. All main locations remain open to patients. The only exception is that the dental office is closed.

RANSON
LOCATION: WVU Medicine Surgery-Jefferson, 201 East Fifth Avenue, Ranson
HOURS: 8am – 4pm   Monday – Friday

WVU Medicine East and University Healthcare Physicians have opened two respiratory clinics in the Eastern Panhandle in response to the COVID-19 outbreak. Testing is now available for patients with a physician’s order at the Ranson clinic. If you do not have a physician’s order but have symptoms (such as fever, cough or shortness of breath) you can be seen at the Clinic and a provider there can order the testing if criteria is met. 

Patients experiencing symptoms of a respiratory illness but unsure if medical assistance is necessary should contact their medical provider or the WVU Medicine East COVID-19 Triage Hotline at 304.596.2890 before leaving the house.

RICHWOOD
LOCATION: Camden Family Health Richwood Location, 71 Avenue A, Richwood, WV 26261
HOURS: Mon & Thurs 7am - 7pm, Tues, Wed, Fri 8am - 6pm

Phone number: 304-846-2608

Starting on Tuesday, March 31, Drive-thru testing will be available on Tuesdays and Thursdays, from 9am - 3pm.

ROCK CAVE
LOCATION: Community Care of Rock Cave, 78 Queens Alley Road, Rock Cave WV 26234
HOURS: Mon & Wed, 8am - 6pm, Tues, Thurs, & Fri, 8am - 5pm

Call in advance to 304-924-6262

ROMNEY
LOCATION: Trinity Family Care, 1 South Marsham Street, Romney, WV 26757
HOURS:
Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday 9:00 am - 7:00 pm
Thursday - Closed
Friday 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Saturday 8:00 am - 11:00 am

PHONE: 304-359-2245 

RONCEVERTE
LOCATION: Greenbrier Valley Medical Center, 1320 Maplewood Avenue, Ronceverte, WV 24970
HOURS: Lobby open Mon-Fri 5:30 am - 5 pm, Emergency Room open 24 hours

304-647-4411

As part of our precautions for Coronavirus preparedness, we have limited entrance points to Greenbrier Valley Medical Center. The only access points for patients and visitors are through the Emergency Department and Front Lobby Entrances. At these locations we will have posted 2 employees to provide screening for those entering the facility. The front lobby will be open Monday through Friday 5:30 am to 5:00 pm and the Emergency Department will be open 24/7.

SOUTH CHARLESTON
LOCATION: Thomas Memorial Hospital, 4605 Maccorkle Ave. SW, South Charleston, WV 25309
Phone: (304) 766-3600
Hours: 10am – Noon, Monday through Friday (will be expanded/extended as the need arises)

NOTE: MUST HAVE PHYSICIAN’S REFERAL PRIOR TO BEING TESTED.

SPRINGFIELD
LOCATION: Spring Valley Family Care, 8685 Cumberland Road Springfield, WV 26763
PHONE: (800) 887-4309 / 304-822-2500
HOURS: Mon-Thurs 8am-5pm and Fri 8am-2pm 

Call ahead. Screening is done by phone or on-site.

SUMMERSVILLE
LOCATION: Summersville Regional Medical Center, 400 Fairview Heights Road, Summersville, WV

Hospital testing if you meet testing criteria set by state and federal guidelines. Call 304-872-2891 before visiting.


SUMMERSVILLE
LOCATION: MedExpress Urgent Care, 5870 Webster Rd., Summersville, WV 26651
HOURS: Mon-Sun  8am-8pm

The Summersville MedExpress is a designated COVID-19 testing location, subject to testing supply availability. If you have shortness of breath, fever, cough or believe you have been exposed to COVID-19, please call our center at 304-872-3709 before leaving your home. If you are seeking care unrelated to COVID-19, our center continues to offer convenient, quality care for everyday injuries and illnesses. Click here to search for another location.

SUMMERSVILLE
LOCATION: Camden Family Health Central West Virginia Community Health Center, 55 Friends-R-Fun Drive, Summersville, WV 26651
HOURS: Mon-Fri   9am - 5pm

Call in advance at 304-872-1663.

UNION
LOCATION: Monroe Health Center, 200 Health Center Drive, Union WV 24983
HOURS: Mon-Fri  8am-4:30pm

The Monroe Health Center is testing for those that meet criteria in Monroe and Summers Counties.  Please call 304-772-3064.

VIENNA
LOCATION: MedExpress Urgent Care, 1500 Grand Central Avenue, Vienna, WV 26105
HOURS: Mon-Sun   8am-8pm

The MedExpress on Grand Central Ave. is a designated COVID-19 testing location, subject to testing supply availability. If you have shortness of breath, fever, cough or believe you have been exposed to COVID-19, please call our center at 304-485-3627 before leaving your home. If you are not experiencing these symptoms, please search our site for the nearest alternative location.

WEBSTER SPRINGS
LOCATION: Webster County Memorial Hospital, 324 Miller Mountain Road Webster Springs, WV 26288
304-847-5682

COVID-19 Drive-Up Screening is Available in Webster County. WHERE - WCMH Emergency Department Entrance, Webster Springs. (A nurse will see you pull up and come out to your vehicle - please stay in car.) **Due to the current limited availability of COVID-19 test kits, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has issued guidelines to qualify patients for COVID-19 testing, therefore not every patient who comes to the Webster drive-thru pre-screening will get COVID-19 testing.**

WEIRTON
LOCATION:  Drive-thru testing is available at the hospital: Weirton Medical Center, 601 Colliers Way, Weirton, WV 26062.
HOURS: Drive-thru hours at WMC are Mon-Sat 10am – 6pm.

Weirton Medical Center is also offering testing at an off-site location on Pennsylvania Avenue in Weirton for patients of WMS only - Mon-Fri, 10am – 4pm.

Contact Weirton Medical Center at 304-797-6000 in advance.

WELCH
LOCATION: Welch Community Hospital, 454 McDowell Street, Welch, WV 24801

Only testing those that have fever and present symptoms as set by state and federal guidelines. Call 304-436-8461 before visiting. 

WELLSBURG
LOCATION: Brooke High School parking lot, 29 Bruin Drive, Wellsburg WV 26070
HOURS: 10am – 2pm on Wednesday, April 8 only.

Brooke County Health Department is setting up in the parking lot of Brooke High School on April 8. To call in advance for a screening, call 304-737-3665.

WESTON
LOCATION: Market Place Shopping Center, 100 Market Place Mall, Weston WV 26452
HOURS: Mon-Fri  9am-1pm and 2pm-7pm

To pre-screen, please call 304-517-1584.

WESTON
LOCATION: Community Care of Weston, 149 Staunton Drive, Weston, WV 26452
HOURS: Mon-Fri 8am - 8pm, Sat 8am - 4pm, Sun 11am - 5pm
PHONE NUMBER: 304-269-2022

WHEELING
LOCATION: Wheeling Park parking lot
HOURS: Mon-Sat 10 am- 4 pm

To get pre-screened, contact your primary care physician or call Wheeling Hospital COVID-19 Line: 304-221-3995.

Tests will be reserved for people who meet screening criteria based on CDC recommendations and are sick with symptoms that are consistent with COVID-19: fever, cough, and shortness of breath. 

The testing itself will be supported by both Quest Diagnostics and LabCorp, which will process the specimens that WVU Medicine collects from patients. Patients will typically learn test results in three-to-four days, although time will likely vary based on the volume of tests these two companies will be performing.


WHEELING
LOCATION: MedExpress Urgent Care, 10 Elm Grove Crossing Mall, Wheeling, WV 26003
HOURS: Mon-Sun  8am-8pm

The Elm Grove MedExpress is a designated COVID-19 testing location, subject to testing supply availability. If you have shortness of breath, fever, cough or believe you have been exposed to COVID-19, please call our center at 304-242-4228 before leaving your home. If you are not experiencing these symptoms, please search our site for the nearest alternative location.

WHEELING
LOCATION: Doctors Urgent Care, 24 Homestead Avenue, Wheeling WV 26003
HOURS: Mon – Fri 8 am – 6 pm

Call 304-232-0725 for more information.

WILLIAMSON
LOCATION: Williamson Health & Wellness Center, 184 E 2nd Ave, Williamson, WV 25661

304-236-5902
Screening: 8AM-5PM

Testing: 8AM-4PM For those meeting CDC guidelines for testing. Patients are asked to call prior to arrival. We are NOW offering telehealth services. We offer Behavioral Health, Pediatrics, Primary Care and Dental Services.


WILLIAMSON
LOCATION: Tug Valley ARH Regional Medical Center, 260 Hospital Dr, South Williamson, KY 41503

606-237-1700
Screening: 24/7

Testing: 24/7 For those meeting CDC guidelines for testing. When possible it is always best to call before arrival.

WV 211

U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV) is encouraging West Virginians to utilize the 2-1-1 program operated by United Way of West Virginia. 2-1-1 connects callers with health and human services resources through trained certified specialists. Anyone can call 2-1-1 to learn about specific programs, intake requirements, eligibility, operation hours and more.

“United Way of West Virginia provides an important service to West Virginians by helping users navigate the vast number of resources available to aid with healthcare issues, food shortages, mental health questions and more. This program is more important now than ever as we battle the COVID-19 pandemic and I commend United Way for continuing to serve their fellow West Virginians through this time,” Senator Manchin said.

“United Way’s new 2-1-1 will make information on a wide variety of local support services more accessible across our entire state,” said United Way of Central WV President, Margaret O’Neal. “Whether it’s information for locating a health clinic, finding child care programs, or getting housing assistance, 2-1-1 is an easy-to-remember, go-to resource for individuals and families.”

To utilize these resources West Virginians can:

Call 2-1-1
Text your zip code to 898-211
Visit http://www.wv211.org/contact
Call toll-free 1-833-848-9905

WV ASSOCIATION OF COUNTIES CONTACTS

Thanks to the WV Association of Counties, who has provided contact information in a consolidated format for officials across the state.  It is so important to be able to get in touch with those who serve you, so I thank the Association of Counties for providing this information.  You can also check out routine updates from the WV Association of Counties at  https://www.wvaco.org/covid-19 .

RESOURCES

PPE Supplies for Postal Workers

USPS has put the following action plans put into place throughout the Appalachian District:

1. Each office has to complete a survey with the quantity of supplies on hand by 10 AM every day to submit to the Leadership Team.

2. All sites (retail and delivery units) have reported having these mandatory supplies on-hand: hand sanitizer, disinfectant, sanitizing wipes, paper towels, hand soap, alcohol, surgical masks and gloves.   

3. Each office has been instructed to order supplies and buy supplies locally as needed.   

In addition, hubs  are located throughout the District that have supplies on hand to expedite shipping to offices in need.  Also, the District has a dedicated internal email set-up on Internal Appalachian District's home page for each office to request supplies if needed. These supplies are shipped out daily.  The Leadership Team is holding a daily telecom with all the Union Representatives and Managers of Postal Operations to discuss issues that are being reported.  They are expediting any PPE supplies to any offices that expresses a need.

WV Chamber of Commerce

The West Virginia Chamber of Commerce has teamed up with law firms, banks and certified public accountants to help answer questions that businesses have during the COVID-19 crisis. If businesses need guidance from one of these resources, they are encouraged to e-mail forjobs@wvchamber.com with their request. They’re asked to please include the following with their request: 

Name
Company
Phone
E-Mail Address
Help Requested (Law Firms, Banks or CPAs) 

Once their request is submitted to forjobs@wvchamber.com it will be forwarded to the appropriate source.

SBA COVID-19 Information Webinar for Small Businesses

The U.S. Small Business Administration's West Virginia District Office and the West Virginia Small Business Development Center will host trainings on the Economic Injury Disaster Loan program, Economic Injury Disaster Loan Advance, and the Paycheck Protection Program. 

Training Schedule:
Thursday, April 9, 2020 at 10 a.m. and 2 p.m.
Friday, April 10, 2020 at 10 a.m. and 2 p.m.
Monday, April 13, 2020 at 10 a.m. and 2 p.m.
Tuesday, April 14, 2020 at 10 a.m. and 2 p.m.
Wednesday, April 15, 2020 at 10 a.m. and 2 p.m.
Thursday, April 16, 2020 at 10 a.m. and 2 p.m.
Friday, April 17, 2020 at 10 a.m. and 2 p.m.

Click here for more information.

Coronavirus and Travel in the United States

Avoid all nonessential travel in the United States

CDC recommends you stay home and avoid all nonessential travel within the United States. This includes travel of any distance (across town, state and country) by air, bus, train and car. COVID-19 is spreading in every state, and travel increases your chances of getting and spreading the virus. This guidance does not apply to workers in critical infrastructure industries.

The State or local government where you are may have issued orders or provided guidance more restrictive than these federal guidelines. In that case, follow the state or local orders and guidance.

If you must travel, take steps to help prevent getting and spreading COVID-19.

CDC also recommends that you avoid all nonessential international travel (see: COVID-19 Travel Recommendations by Country).

Unemployment

COVID-19 is a healthcare crisis, but the ripple effects have caused economic uncertainty for many West Virginians. The CARES Act includes a dramatic expansion and reform of the existing unemployment insurance program. We’ve strengthened unemployment benefits and ensured that laid-off workers, on average, will receive their full pay for four months.

ELIGIBILITY 
You are eligible if you are unemployed or unable to work because:

-Your place of work is closed as a direct result of COVID-19.

-You or a household member has been diagnosed with COVID-19 or you are experiencing symptoms of the virus and seeking a medical diagnosis.

-You are quarantined because you have been advised by a healthcare provider to self-quarantine due to concerns related to the virus.

-You are caring for a member of the household or a family member that has been diagnosed with the virus or unable to attend a school or facility that is closed and the facility is necessary for you to be able to work.

-You were scheduled to start work and the job no longer exists or you are unable to reach the job because of a quarantine at the workplace.

-You are self-employed, are seeking part-time employment, do not have sufficient work history or would not otherwise qualify for regular unemployment under the State or Federal law.

Note: Part-time, self-employed, independent contractors and gig economy workers will be eligible for unemployment.

You are NOT eligible for unemployment if: 

-You have the ability to telework with pay.
-You are receiving paid leave benefits.

All unemployment received, including the additional $600, will be taxable. The amount of unemployment received will be disregarded in determining Medicaid or CHIP eligibility.


To apply For Unemployment through WorkForce West Virginia, click here: https://uc.workforcewv.org/consumer/?lang=en

Questions about applying for unemployment in West Virginia can be directed to Workforce West Virginia by emailing Workforce.COVID19@wv.gov.


DIRECT PAYMENTS TO WEST VIRGINIANS 
To address unforeseen financial challenges not covered by expanded Unemployment Insurance benefits or modified Small Business Administration (SBA) loans, the bill authorizes direct payments of $1,200 for individuals and $2,400 for couples. Families are also eligible for an additional $500 per child. Working class Americans that file their taxes will receive a direct payment. Those who are on Social Security or otherwise do not file income taxes will receive their payment in the form of check.

An individual is eligible for the full benefit if they make less than $75,000 per year. Couples and other joint filers are eligible if their combined annual income is less than $150,000. Above that threshold, benefits will be reduced by $5 for every $100 of income and phased out entirely for those making $99,000 or more ($198,000 for couples).

Any individual making $99,000 or more per year will not receive any direct payment. Any couple or other joint filers making $198,000 or more per year will not receive any direct payment.

Individuals that receive form SSA-1099, which includes those that are receiving Old-Age, Survivor, and Disability (OASDI) benefits through Social Security, and individuals that receive form RRB-1099, which includes those that have worked in jobs covered by the Railroad Retirement Act, will be eligible for the stimulus check and will not be required to fill out any additional tax documents. For all others who do not normally file their taxes, including seniors and some veterans who do not normally file tax returns, they are also eligible to receive a check; however, in order to receive the stimulus payment, an individual that falls into one of these categories will need to file a simple tax return for 2019.

MORE INFORMATION 
Senator Manchin's Unemployment Fact Sheet: https://www.manchin.senate.gov/download/cares-act-unemployment

Senator Manchin's Checks For West Virginians Fact Sheet: https://www.manchin.senate.gov/download/cares-act-checks-for-west-virginians

Apply For Unemployment (WorkForce West Virginia): https://uc.workforcewv.org/consumer/?lang=en

For additional up-to-date resources, visit  http://www.manchin.senate.gov/coronavirus.

CONTACT US

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