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New! Travel, PCard and Expense - Office Hours

Starting July 9, 2024. See more information about Travel, PCard, & Expense Office Hours.

Travel Office Hours Summary (January-June 2024)

Fiscal year-end support: travel working lab.

See more information about the Travel Working Lab for FY-End

Join Us! Travel Information Session: Cash Advances

The University Travel Office is offering a special information session following our April Travel Office Hours to provide guidance and resources with requesting and reconciling cash advances for business travel.

Join Us! Travel Information Session: Combining Business with Personal Travel

The University Travel Office is offering a special information session following our March Travel Office Hours to provide guidance and resources to assist with planning and arranging business travel that includes personal travel.

Training and Job Aids

Business Travel Discounts

Travel Resources

Ohio State Travel Office 8 am- 5 pm  (Mon-Fri) 614-292-9290 [email protected]

Tools & Resources

Travel training at buckeyelearn :, introduction to business travel at osu (online).

This 10-minute session is recommended for OSU employees who travel or employees who arrange travel for others. New employees or those with busy schedules will benefit from a brief, high level introduction to OSU Business Travel, with policy highlights, useful resources and directions on where to get help.  >> Go to Introduction to Business Travel at OSU

Business Travel Life Cycle Training (2 options) :

(ONLINE) This self-guided online curriculum is for employees who travel frequently or employees who routinely arrange and process travel on behalf of others. The curriculum is broken into 4 modules that cover the Travel Life Cycle. Learners can add all the modules to their transcript in one curriculum or complete each individually. Modules include:  Travel 1: Planning Business Travel (20 minutes); Travel 2: Requesting Business Travel Authorization (30 minutes); Travel 3: Booking and Arranging Business Travel (20 minutes); and Travel 4: Expensing Business Travel (25 minutes).  >>Go to ONLINE (Self-Guided) Business Travel LIfe Cycle

(LIVE AND INTERACTIVE)  This live and interactive course is for employees who travel frequently, employees who routinely arrange travel for others, and employees who administer business travel processes. The course is broken up into 5 segments and provides more comprehensive guidance to the Business Travel Life Cycle with live demonstrations and participant engagement. Participants can choose the attendance method that suits their preference: In-Person (Classroom) must bring own laptop or Virtual (Teams Meeting) must have Microsoft Teams application on laptop or PC with audio/video/chat capabilities.  >>Register for  LIVE AND INTERACTIVE (Virtual or Classroom) Business Travel Life Cycle

Workday   Additional Workday Job Aids are available at the Administrative Resource Center .

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Airfare Discounts

University business travelers can realize negotiated discounts on published airfare through the carriers listed below when tickets are issued directly with the university’s contracted travel agencies .

Airport Parking - visit links below for rates and reservations for parking at the John Glenn Columbus International Airport:

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• Columbus Airport Lots  

Hotel/Accommodations

• National hotels may offer discounted rates for university business-related travel when booked with the  university’s contracted travel agencies .
• Local (Columbus area) hotels may offer discounted rates for university business-related travel.  See  Contract Book  for options.
• When making reservations inquire about educational institution or government rates (if applicable to the hotel franchise).  Be sure to check with the hotel before departure to ensure an OSU ID is acceptable form of government ID for check-in.  

Rental Car - th e university’s contracted suppliers for vehicle rental services include:  National Car Rental, Enterprise Rent-A-Car and Hertz Car Rental.

• Before making a reservation, review the university's business vehicle rental  FAQ  and Business Rental Summaries for more information on benefits, insurance, international rentals and other general information.
• University business travelers should refer to the  Travel Policy  and other related policies prior to incurring vehicle rental expenses. Note:   University insurance requirements noted in the  Travel Policy  may not be included with international rentals.  Additional fees and insurance requirements may be applicable to the laws of the country/region.

To view rates, insurance details or make a business reservation, go to secured login: Rental Car Discounts .

Personal discounts for leisure travel may be found at Ohio State Human Resources (Buckeye Nation Rewards ) and are not monitored by the Ohio State Travel Office.  

Ground Transportation (Ride Services)

• Lyft offers a variety of transportation options through Ride Smart, Lyft Concierge, Lyft Pass and more.  Get more information .

Travel Resources

Per Diem Rates 

International resources.

• Center for Disease Control and Prevention
• Foreign Currency Converter
• Foreign Languages Translation for Travelers
• State Department Passport Information
• State Department Travel Advisories
• Visa and Passport Service

Transportation Resources

• Airport Codes
• Transportation Security Information (TSA)
• TTM Charter Bus Fleet
• OSU Contracted Bus Fleet
• Mileage Rates

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Find a Clinic

There are several places you can get vaccines and medicine before you travel.

Call your doctor or local health department to see if they can provide pre-travel advice, vaccines, and medicines.

List of health departments

If you want to see a travel medicine specialist, the International Society of Travel Medicine (ISTM) can help you find a clinic.

Directory of travel clinics

If you need yellow fever vaccine you must get vaccinated at an authorized yellow fever vaccine clinic. Many of these clinics also give other shots and medicines.

Yellow fever vaccine clinic search

Find where you can get a COVID-19 vaccine in your area.

Need to get tested? Find a COVID-19 testing clinic .

• Find out what vaccines you need for your destination
• Frequently Asked Questions
• Traveler Advice
• Clinician Tools and Resources

CDC provides these links as a convenience to international travelers. CDC does not endorse, recommend, or favor any clinics on these lists, nor does the appearance of a clinic on these lists imply a guarantee of service quality.

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Ohio State Urgent Care

For conditions needing urgent attention but not serious enough to go to the emergency department., schedule an appointment or walk in 7 days a week., walk-in patients will be placed in line upon arrival. wait time will depend on the number of patients already in line, including those with appointments., schedule an appointment.

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If you're experiencing a serious or life-threatening illness or injury, visit the closest Emergency Department or call 911.

Conditions we treat at Urgent Care

We treat common conditions as well as serious, non-life-threatening illnesses and injuries..

• Sprains, strains and broken bones
• Burns, bruises and cuts requiring stitches
• Sports- and activity-related injuries
• Cold, flu or COVID-19 symptoms
• Eye, ear, throat and sinus infections
• Migraine or headache
• Abdominal pain, nausea or diarrhea
• Seasonal allergies, allergic reactions and rashes
• Urinary, kidney and bladder infections
• Sexual health concerns

Types of Urgent Care

When you have an illness or injury that can’t wait, ohio state provides urgent care options to connect you with the exact care you need, when you need it., urgent care for minor to moderate illnesses and injuries. visit billed at a primary care rate..

Our Hilliard Station and Rocky Fork Gahanna locations are led by highly qualified nurse practitioners and physician assistants who can diagnose and treat minor to moderate non-life-threatening illnesses and injuries and write prescriptions if medically appropriate.

Conditions we treat

• Cold, flu and COVID-19 symptoms including cough, sore throat, fever and headache
• Eye, ear, throat, sinus and upper respiratory infections
• Sports and activity-related injuries including broken bones, sprains, dislocations and tendon ruptures
• Abdominal pain, nausea, diarrhea and dehydration

Diagnostic tools and treatments

• Lab services, including pregnancy, strep, UTI, COVID-19 and flu
• X-ray (4 years and older)
• Electrocardiogram (EKG)
• Casts, stitches and IV
• Prescriptions
• Audiometry, vision testing and biometric screening
• Hilliard Station
• Rocky Fork Gahanna

Walk in, schedule online or call 614-293-3200 .

Cost and insurance

• Visit is billed at a primary care rate. Most insurances accepted
• Self-pay urgent care visit starts at $130
• Sports, camp, school and work permit physicals for students up to age 18: $39
• Adult physicals: $100

Advanced Urgent Care For serious non-life-threatening illnesses and injuries, led by emergency medicine physicians. Visit billed at a specialist rate, which is higher than an urgent care rate.

Our advanced level of care and diagnostics, led by emergency medicine physicians, gives you the expertise of a hospital emergency department but with shorter wait times and at a lower cost than visiting the emergency department. A traditional urgent care copay does not apply to this advanced level of urgent care. A deductible and coinsurance may apply.

• Sports and activity-related injuries such as broken bones, sprains and minor head and back injuries
• Painful urination or suspected bladder, kidney or urinary infections
• Postoperative concerns and suspected blood clots
• Cold, flu and COVID-19 symptoms such as cough, sore throat, fever and headache
• Eye, ear, throat, sinus and respiratory infections
• Urgent X-rays
• Lab tests including pregnancy, strep, COVID-19 and flu
• Ultrasound (Monday-Friday, 7:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m.)
• Casts, splints and stitches
• IV/hydration infusions
• For patients of all ages: Outpatient Care Dublin , Outpatient Care New Albany
• For patients 14 and up: East Hospital , Martha Morehouse Outpatient Care (west of Ohio State campus)
• Advanced Urgent Care visits are billed at a specialist rate, which is higher than an urgent care rate, but less than an emergency department visit. A traditional urgent care copay does not apply to this advanced level of urgent care. 
• Most insurances accepted ; At the time of your visit, a specialist copay will be collected, and a deductible and coinsurance may be applicable if testing is required.

More about Advanced Urgent Care

Orthopedic Urgent Care For sports- and activity-related injuries, led by orthopedic and sports medicine physicians. Visit billed at a specialist rate, not an urgent care rate.

Ohio State Orthopedic Urgent Care provides weekday walk-in urgent care for sports- and activity-related injuries that have occurred within the last two weeks. Our advanced level of care is led by orthopedic and sports medicine physicians skilled in diagnosing and treating musculoskeletal injuries to bones, joints, ligaments, fascia, tendons and muscles.

Learn more about Orthopedic Urgent Care

Other options for less urgent conditions

Download our printable guide: Where should I go for care? (PDF)

What to expect at Ohio State Advanced Urgent Care

Not sure where to go for care?

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Frequently asked questions

What is the difference between urgent care and advanced urgent care.

• Ohio State Advanced Urgent Care is an advanced level of diagnostics and care led by emergency medicine physicians, giving you the expertise of a hospital emergency department but with shorter wait times and at a lower cost than visiting the emergency department.
• In addition to the diagnostic tools and treatment available at Ohio State Urgent Care, our Advanced Urgent Care locations can also utilize CT scans and IV/hydration infusions to care for patients.
• Ohio State Urgent Care is for non-life-threatening conditions requiring urgent attention but not serious enough to go to the emergency department.

What’s the difference between Orthopedic Urgent Care and Advanced Urgent Care?

Ohio State Orthopedic Urgent Care provides urgent care for sports- and activity-related injuries that have occurred within the last 2 weeks. Orthopedic and sports medicine physicians provide an advanced level of care, and all providers are skilled in diagnosing and treating musculoskeletal injuries to bones, joints, ligaments, fascia, tendons and muscles. What makes Ohio State Orthopedic Urgent Care unique is the potential opportunity to consult with an orthopedic specialist in your initial visit they can expedite care to non-operative and surgical interventions to help return to their sport or activity sooner.

If urgent care is needed for sports- or activity-related injuries in the evenings or on weekends when Ohio State Orthopedic Urgent Care isn’t open, or you’re in closer proximity to any of our Advanced Urgent Care locations, we can provide the same high level of orthopedic urgent care and diagnostics, including X-rays.

• Both have on-site, high-quality durable medical goods so you can leave with the medically assisted device you need, such as crutches, splints and boots.
• Both can schedule follow-up appointments with an orthopedic or sports medicine specialist, and in some cases, physical therapy.

What’s the difference between Urgent Care and the emergency department?

• Ohio State Urgent Care is for non-life-threatening conditions requiring urgent attention but not serious enough to go to the emergency department, saving you time and money.
• The emergency department is for all life-threatening conditions and is equipped to handle any medical emergency. If you’re experiencing a serious or life-threatening illness or injury, visit the closest Ohio State Emergency Department  or call 911.

Seek emergency care if you’re experiencing any of these symptoms:

• Chest pain, difficulty breathing or shortness of breath or difficulty speaking
• Fainting, sudden dizziness or weakness or changes in vision
• Sudden or severe pain or abdominal pain
• Uncontrolled bleeding
• Severe or persistent vomiting or diarrhea
• Severe headache
• Suicidal feelings

What’s the difference between Urgent Care and Same-Day Care?

Ohio State Same-Day Care is by appointment only and is staffed by highly qualified nurse practitioners and physician assistants.

• We diagnose and treat less urgent conditions such as ear infections, flu, strep throat or pink eye.
• We can also write prescriptions if medically appropriate.
• Same-Day Care is also a good option when your primary care provider isn’t immediately available, or if you don’t have one. Schedule an appointment online to be seen at one of our four convenient Same-Day Care locations .

How do I know which Urgent Care location to choose for my condition?

Do i need an appointment for urgent care, how long will i have to wait to be seen at urgent care.

Wait times for each of our Urgent Care locations are available online. This time is an estimate only and not a guarantee.

• Wait times will vary by location and can be influenced by many factors, including the sickness of our patients. Typically, the wait at an Urgent Care is significantly shorter than at the emergency department.
• Learn more about what determines Ohio State Urgent Care wait times .

What ages does Urgent Care treat?

• Urgent Care Hilliard Station and Urgent Care Rocky Fork Gahanna  treat patients three months and older .
• Advanced Urgent Care at Outpatient Care Dublin and Advanced Urgent Care at Outpatient Care New Albany  treat patients of all ages .
• Advanced Urgent Care at East Hospital and Advanced Urgent Care at Martha Morehouse Outpatient Care  treat patients 14 years and older .
• Orthopedic Urgent Care at Jameson Crane Sports Medicine Institute treats patients 14 years and older .

How much does a visit to Urgent Care cost?

• Ohio State Urgent Care visits are billed at a primary care rate.
• Ohio State Advanced Urgent Care and Ohio State Orthopedic Urgent Care visits are billed at a specialist rate, which is much less than a visit to the emergency department.

What insurance do you accept?

Can i visit urgent care if i don’t have insurance, i still have questions. who can i contact.

Please call our Ohio State Urgent Care contact center at 614-293-3200 .

We’re available Monday through Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.

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Vaccinations

The following vaccinations are available via a scheduled appointment, Monday - Friday, dependent upon staff and/or vaccine availability. An appointment is required .

• Meningococcal conjugate (ACWY)
• TD (Tetanus and Diphtheria)
• Tdap (Tetanus, Diphtheria and Acellular Pertussis)

For all vaccines visit the Appointments tab to schedule or  view a calendar of upcoming vaccine clinics  at Student Life Student Health Services.

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Ohio State Travel Assistance

Staying healthy while traveling and getting care when far from home are a part of the total rewards of working at Ohio State. Any individual enrolled in one of the university-sponsored medical plans automatically has access to Ohio State Travel Assistance services as described below.

NOTE : For faculty and staff traveling internationally without students the Office of Enterprise Risk Management has purchased a separate business travel international medical insurance policy. See more information on this policy .

Services 100 miles or more from home

Services are provided by Redpoint. Redpoint is a Travel Assistance Company and cannot advise on your health benefits or if facilities are in or out-of-network.

24-hour Access to Medical Professionals

When you contact Redpoint, you will receive direct and immediate access to medical and security experts. Operating with medical advisory support from world-class physicians, Redpoint delivers services and features from basic to unique emergency travel services.

Additional Services Include (but are not limited to):

• Medical professional locator
• Telephonic interpretation services
• Medical evacuation
• Coordinate but not pay for pre-hospital transportation to the nearest appropriate medical center
• Medically necessary repatriation
• Mortal remains repatriation
• Assistance recovering lost or stolen luggage, medications, eyeglasses, wallets or other important documents
• ID theft assistance while traveling
• Dental, legal and bail bond referrals
• Emergency message relay and counseling
• Online pre-trip resources; security and crime alerts, political instability alerts, passport and visa information

What to take with you when traveling

• Medical/prescription identification card, so that a doctor or hospital can verify your medical coverage. Note: Medical care providers are not required to accept your insurance coverage and generally do not outside the United States.
• Extra eyewear, if you wear corrective lenses, take two sets of glasses or contacts with you if possible.
• Prescription medication, if you are taking prescription drugs, be sure to have enough to last for the entire trip. If you are enrolled in Ohio State faculty and staff medical/prescription drug coverage and need an authorization to obtain an extra refill before traveling, contact OSU Health Plan at (614) 292-4700 or 800-678-6269.

Be aware of your responsibilities

• You are responsible for any out-of-pocket expenses such as deductibles, copayments, and coinsurance in accordance with your medical plan provisions.
• If you are required to pay for services, request an itemized bill or receipt that describes the services provided.
• If an out-of-network provider does not submit your claim to Luminare Health directly, you must submit the itemized bill and/or completed Luminare Health Insurance Claim Form to Luminare Health yourself. The address for claims submission is on your medical ID card. Forms may also be obtained by calling Luminare Health or by calling HR Connection at (614) 247-myHR (6947).

For a complete list of all available Redpoint services and resources visit LifeBenefits.com/travel .  This is intended to be an overview. Refer to the Plan Document for complete information. In the event the information on these pages differs from the Plan Document, the Plan Document will govern.

Benefit Administrator Redpoint (614) 292-4700 or (800) 678-6269, option #6 Travel services must be at least 100 miles from home.

HR Connection hrconnection.osu.edu (614) 247-myHR (6947) (614) 292-7813 (Fax) [email protected]

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Alumni Tour Operators

The Ohio State Alumni Tour Office only works with reputable tour operators who specialize in affinity group travel and provide high quality service before, during and after your trip.

Alumni tours hosted by AESU:

• Alpine New Year's Eve Celebration
• Classic Europe for Graduating Seniors
• Egypt: Valley of the Kings for Young Alumni

Alumni Holidays

Alumni tours hosted by Alumni Holidays:

• Morocco ~ Land of Enchantment
• Finland ~ Arctic Magnificence
• Legends of the Nile (wait list only)
• Legends of the Nile
• Dutch Waterways
• Greece - Athens and Kalamata
• Apulia ~ Undiscovered Italy
• Enchanting Gems of Austria
• Coastal Gems of the Emerald Isle
• Croatia and Cruising the Dalmatian Coast
• Cotswolds Escape
• Swiss Alps and Italian Lakes
• Normandy ~ Honfleur
• French and Italian Rivieras
• Holiday Markets Cruise

In 1972, Ronald Weeks, the company’s president, created a business philosophy and direction that has remained unchanged for almost 40 years. As a company, we are dedicated to creating and operating high quality, reasonably priced travel programs based on an understanding of our customers’ expectations and service to them.

Our travel programs are uniquely designed and sold exclusively through established organizations such as professional associations, employee and retiree groups, alumni associations, and financial institutions. Over the years we have established a strong base of sponsoring organizations as well as thousands of loyal and satisfied repeat travelers.

Our programs feature primarily international destinations. We have traditionally served numerous locations in Europe and Asia, but have expanded our offerings in recent years to include South America, the South Pacific, Alaska, Caribbean and the rivers of the United States.

Alumni tours hosted by GoNext:

• Greek Isles and Turkish Riviera
• Tahitian Legends
• Taste of the Caribbean and Panama Canal
• Southern Charms
• South Africa Spotlight
• Icelandic Revelation
• North Sea Escapade
• Radiant Alaska
• Renaissance Triumphs

Odysseys Unlimited

Alumni tours hosted by Odysseys Unlimited:

• Costa Rica's Natural Heritage
• Scotland: Highlands and Islands

Alumni tours hosted by Orbridge:

• Polar Bears of Churchill
• Antarctica Discovery
• The Wolves and Wildlife of Yellowstone
• The Galapagos Islands – Western Itinerary
• Toronto to Vancouver by Rail
• Vancouver to Toronto by Rail
• Iconic Destinations by Private Plane
• Flavors of Northern Italy
• Northern Lights and the Wildlife of Northern Manitoba
• Death Valley, Yosemite and the Great Parks of California

Sports & Entertainment Travel

Alumni tours hosted by Sports & Entertainment Travel:

• Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade
• Indianapolis 500
• The Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta

TCS World Travel

Alumni tours hosted by TCS World Travel:

• Around the World - A Private Jet Expedition

The National WWII Museum

The National WWII Museum's educational travel programs bring the Museum's tradition of inspiration, excellence, and thoughtful inquiry to travel destinations around the world, with tours designed by leading historians and led by Museum curators and expert local guides.

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• Places of interest
• Yuri Gagarin Cosmonaut Training Center
• Central Museum of the Air Forces at Monino
• Peter the Great Military Academy
• Bykovo Manor
• Balashikha Arena
• Ramenskii History and Art Museum
• Malenky Puppet Theater
• Balashikha Museum of History and Local Lore
• Pekhorka Park
• Orekhovo Zuevsky City Exhibition Hall
• Saturn Stadium
• Noginsk Museum and Exhibition Center

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Enrollment Questions 

I have a primary insurance policy through my family or personal coverage; do i still need to enroll in the supplemental travel insurance, i am enrolled in ohio state’s student health insurance (shi) program; do i still need to enroll in the supplemental travel insurance, can i waive the enrollment in the supplemental coverage, can i enroll in only the supplemental coverage and waive my current primary coverage, i am not studying abroad on an ohio state managed program, is enrollment still required in the supplemental insurance, i am not “studying abroad,” does the requirement still pertain to my international travel, i am an international student traveling to my home country; does the requirement pertain to my travel, how much does the supplemental insurance cost, does the insurance cover my personal property, does the insurance cover the cancellation of a flight or other travel related expenses, does the insurance cover a pre-travel medical consultation or recommended or required vaccinations, utilization of coverage questions, how can i find a hospital or medical professional abroad.

GeoBlue has a searchable directory (by country and city) of medical facilities and medical professionals abroad. The directory access requires enrollment in GeoBlue and creating a member account at geobluestudents.com . Travelers are encouraged to know their local resources for emergency care and personal health management prior to traveling abroad.

What is a Network Provider?

What if i am traveling to a location where there is no nearby hospital or medical professional listed; am i still covered, can i make an immediate appointment, if i need to make a remote appointment or consultation with my home medical care professional, will it be covered by geoblue, does the insurance directly pay for all of medical costs abroad, what if a guarantee of payment cannot be arranged or is not accepted, is there any deductible or copay, if i seek treatment for an injury or illness after my return, am i still covered by geoblue.

A GeoBlue claim form will need to be accompanied by any itemized receipts, provider bill and other documentation for service. Receipts and documentation can be submitted via:

• The GeoBlue Passport mobile app
• Claims Submission Fax: 1-610-482-9623
• Claims Submission Email:  [email protected]
• Claims Submission Mail: GeoBlue Students 100 Matsonford Rd. Attn: International Claims Dept. One Radnor Corporate Center, Suite 100 Radnor, PA 19087 USA