Adult Vaccines and Immunization Records in Sumner County

Adults in Sumner County can receive routine immunizations through the Sumner County Health Department, healthcare providers, pharmacies and other vaccine providers. The Gallatin Clinic is at 1005 Union School Road and lists adult immunizations among its services. [cite:sumner-health-department] For Tennessee vaccine records, request your TennIIS record through the Tennessee Department of Health, a local health department or a participating healthcare provider. [cite:tennessee-tenniis] Use the CDC adult schedule to discuss age-, health- and travel-related vaccines with a clinician rather than relying on a general checklist. [cite:cdc-adult-schedule]

If you need a flu shot, a tetanus booster, a travel vaccine or proof of past vaccinations, start by identifying which vaccine or record you need and why. Adults in Gallatin and throughout Sumner County can ask the local health department, a primary-care practice, pharmacy or other participating provider about available immunizations. The Sumner County Health Department says routine immunizations are provided to infants, children and adults.

Where adults can get vaccines in Sumner County

Sumner County Health Department

The Sumner County Health Department’s Gallatin Clinic is located at 1005 Union School Road, Gallatin, TN 37066, and lists adult immunizations among its services. The posted phone number is 615-206-1100, with listed office hours of Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

The county page says health department services use a sliding fee scale based on family size and income, and that payment arrangements may be available. It does not publish a universal adult-vaccine price list, so call before visiting to ask about the vaccine you need, eligibility, appointment requirements, insurance and expected cost.

The county page also lists clinics in Hendersonville and Portland. However, it currently marks the Hendersonville Clinic as temporarily closed. Check the official county page or call before relying on that location.

Other local options

The CDC says adult vaccines may be available through private medical offices, pharmacies, community health clinics, health departments, workplaces and other community locations. Availability differs by provider, and some pharmacies may require a prescription for certain vaccines depending on Tennessee rules and the vaccine involved.

When calling a provider, ask:

• Is the vaccine currently in stock?
• Do I need an appointment or prescription?
• What records or identification should I bring?
• Does the provider accept my insurance or offer a self-pay price?
• Can the provider update or print my immunization record?
• Can the provider administer a multi-dose series and schedule later doses?

Adult vaccines to discuss with a healthcare professional

The CDC adult schedule is organized by age, prior vaccination, medical conditions and other indications. It is not a substitute for a personal assessment by a healthcare professional.

Routine vaccines for many adults

Depending on your history and health status, a clinician may review:

• Influenza: Adults generally need one flu vaccine dose each year. The CDC notes that adults age 65 and older have preferred vaccine options, although another age-appropriate influenza vaccine may be used if those options are unavailable.
• Tetanus, diphtheria and pertussis: Adults who have not previously received Tdap should discuss receiving it, followed by Td or Tdap boosters at the interval recommended by their provider. Tdap is also addressed separately during each pregnancy.
• COVID-19: Recommendations depend on the current season, age and prior doses. Use the current CDC schedule and ask a provider which product and timing apply to you.
• Hepatitis B: The CDC schedule includes routine adult vaccination through age 59 and vaccination for adults age 60 or older based on risk factors or individual request.
• MMR and varicella: Adults without documented vaccination or other evidence of immunity may need measles, mumps and rubella or chickenpox vaccination, depending on age, occupation, pregnancy status and other circumstances.

Do not assume that an old paper record means you need to restart a vaccine series. The CDC schedule says extended intervals generally do not require restarting or adding doses, but a clinician should review the dates and vaccine type.

Vaccines based on age or health conditions

Adults age 50 and older should ask about recombinant zoster vaccine, commonly known by the brand name Shingrix. The CDC schedule lists a two-dose series for adults age 50 and older and also identifies vaccination for certain immunocompromising conditions.

Pneumococcal vaccination may be recommended based on age, medical conditions or other indications. RSV vaccination is also age- and risk-dependent, with the CDC schedule listing recommendations for adults age 75 and older and for some adults ages 50 through 74 who have increased risk of severe RSV disease.

Other vaccines—including hepatitis A, HPV, meningococcal, mpox, Hib and polio—may be appropriate for particular ages, medical conditions, occupations, exposures or travel plans.

Bring a list of medical conditions, medications, allergies, pregnancy status when relevant, prior vaccine reactions and any known immunocompromising treatment to the appointment. Your provider can determine whether a vaccine is recommended, should be delayed or needs additional discussion.

Work, college and other documentation needs

Employers may ask workers to document vaccines or immunity based on the job’s duties, especially in healthcare, childcare, education, laboratory, public-safety or other settings. Ask the employer or occupational-health program which document it accepts before scheduling an appointment.

Tennessee colleges have their own enrollment processes, and the Tennessee Department of Health says colleges establish immunization requirements. State guidance describes requirements involving MMR and varicella for certain students, hepatitis B for health-science students with patient contact, and meningococcal vaccination for some students living in on-campus housing. Private institutions may set different requirements.

A school or employer may need more than a handwritten vaccine card. It may request a provider-signed record, an official state certificate, laboratory evidence of immunity or a form supplied by the institution. Ask for the exact document name and deadline.

How to find your Tennessee immunization record

Tennessee’s Immunization Information System is called TennIIS. The state describes it as a secure registry of vaccinations reported by participating providers, pharmacies, schools and other authorized users.

To request your record:

1. Check your current healthcare provider or pharmacy first. The provider that administered a vaccine may have the most complete record, particularly if older doses were never reported to TennIIS.
2. Request a TennIIS record. Tennessee says an individual may request a copy of their own TennIIS immunization record through the Vaccine-Preventable Diseases and Immunization Program, a local health department or a participating healthcare provider.
3. Contact the Gallatin Health Department if local assistance is more convenient. Call 615-206-1100 before visiting to ask how the clinic handles adult record requests and what identification or authorization it requires.
4. Ask previous providers for missing information. TennIIS may not contain vaccinations administered outside Tennessee, before a provider began reporting, or in records that were never transferred.
5. Give the requesting organization enough time. If the record is needed for a job, college enrollment or travel, do not wait until the deadline. Ask whether a temporary document is acceptable while older records are being located.

TennIIS records are not necessarily the same document as a school-specific certificate or an employer’s required form. If the record is for enrollment or employment, ask the receiving organization what it will accept.

What to bring to a vaccine appointment

Bring:

• Any paper or electronic vaccine records
• Your photo identification and insurance information, if requested
• A list of current medications and allergies
• Information about prior serious reactions to vaccines
• Your planned travel destinations and departure date
• Details about pregnancy, immune-system conditions or medicines that affect immunity, when applicable
• Employer, school or travel forms that must be completed

If you cannot find your records, do not guess. A clinician can determine whether additional vaccination, laboratory testing or record searches are appropriate.

Travel vaccines and planning

For international travel, the CDC recommends reviewing routine vaccines and destination-specific recommendations. Make an appointment with a healthcare provider or travel-health specialist at least four to six weeks before departure when possible. Some vaccines require multiple doses, and yellow fever vaccination must be given by an authorized U.S. yellow-fever vaccine center when it is recommended or required for the destination.

Bring a copy of your official immunization records to the travel appointment and during travel. Tell the clinician about your itinerary, planned activities, accommodations and any medical conditions so the advice can be tailored to the trip.

A practical checklist for adults and employers

For adults

• Identify the purpose: routine protection, age-based vaccination, work, school or travel.
• Collect records from providers, pharmacies, schools and previous states.
• Check the current CDC adult schedule with a healthcare professional.
• Call ahead about vaccine availability, appointments, cost and documentation.
• Schedule follow-up doses before leaving if the vaccine requires a series.
• Save a current copy of your record in a secure place.

For employers

• State exactly which vaccines, immunity evidence or forms are required.
• Give workers enough time to locate records and complete multi-dose series.
• Protect medical information and direct employees to qualified healthcare providers for individualized advice.
• Accept only documentation permitted by the applicable workplace, licensing or regulatory rules.

What to do next

For a local starting point, contact the Sumner County Health Department’s Gallatin Clinic at 615-206-1100 and ask about adult immunization appointments, current availability, fees and record assistance.

For vaccine recommendations, use the current CDC adult schedule as a discussion tool with your healthcare professional. For Tennessee records, start with TennIIS, your local health department or a participating provider.

Last verified: August 16, 2026. This guide provides general information and does not replace medical advice from a qualified healthcare professional.