West Virginia allows medical exemptions from compulsory school and child care immunization only with approval from the State Immunization Officer. The child's physician files this request naming each vaccine, the contraindication or precaution relied on, whether the exemption is permanent or temporary, and medical evidence showing it is necessary. The Officer approves or denies it based on current ACIP guidance.
A physician licensed to practice medicine who has treated or examined the child completes and files the whole request, and must tell the parent or guardian how to obtain an exemption and where the request stands.
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Request for Medical Exemption from Compulsory Immunization
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No more than 24 months from the time of the request. The physician must give a future date or time for reevaluation on the request. The OEPS page sets no time limit for permanent exemptions, which still need medical evidence showing the exemption is necessary.
Yes. The parent or guardian files a written request with the State Health Officer within 30 days of the notice, adding reasons and any new evidence. The review decision is binding unless a hearing is requested within 45 days under 64 CSR 1.