5 Things You Can Do To Prevent Infection

Developed by The Joint Commission as part of the Speak Up education campaign, these tools can help increase patient involvement and improve safety.

Administering Vaccines to Adults

1-page chart with dose, route, site, and needle size for commonly administered vaccines.

Adult Immunization Coding Guide

This valuable one-page resource provides immunization information including costs, recommended frequency and billing codes for various adult immunizations.

Adult Immunization Recommendations Fact Sheet

4-page reference chart for patients aged 19 and older; includes recommendations schedule for administration and contraindications and precautions.

Adult Immunization Reimbursement Guide

This valuable one-page resource provides reimbursement information for adult immunizations, including immunization and administration codes, and cost and reimbursement amounts.

Adult Vaccination Poster

Reminds patients to ask about vaccines they may need to prevent illnesses such as flu and pneumococcal disease.

Adult Vaccine Administration Record

2-page form; includes instructions and a completed form for reference.

Adult Vaccine Fact Sheet

1-page handout lists common vaccines at a glance, with information about who should get them and how frequently.

Caregiver Immunization Reminder Postcard

Reminds adult parents of older patients of the importance of staying up to date on vaccines to prevent illnesses such as flu and pneumococcal disease.

Checklist for Safe Vaccine Storage and Handling

Steps for healthcare professionals to safeguard vaccine supplies.

Contraindications Guide to Common Adult Vaccines

Contraindications and precautions for commonly administered vaccines, including injectable influenza and pneumococcal vaccines.

Declination of Flu Vaccine

Form to be used by employers and health facilities; includes statement of acknowledgement of risks and consequences.

Flu Crossword Puzzle

Use this interactive tool to remind your staff of preventive measures such as immunization during the flu season.

Flu Mini-Poster - Spanish/English

Display this flyer to remind patients of the importance of flu vaccinations, covered by Medicare and Medicaid/CHIP.

Flu Myths and Facts

Get the facts! This fact sheet dispels three of the most common myths about getting the flu shot.

Flu Shot Reminder Sticker Template

These stickers can be worn by office staff during flu season to remind patients to get immunized. Formatted to print on standard Avery 5162 labels (select "Actual size" option when printing).

Flu Vaccine Consent/Administration Record

1-page form for obtaining information related to patient allergies and insurance, as well as consent for influenza vaccine administration.

Get the Flu Vaccination - Not the Flu! No Cost - No Excuses

Important information for healthcare providers about the 2011-2012 flu vaccines, and key messages to share with patients.

Guide to Medicare Preventive Services

298-page CMS guide with information about Medicare-covered services (documentation, coding, billing and reimbursement); includes links to statutes, regulations, and other policy materials.

Have You Gotten Your Flu Vaccine? Flyer

Use this flyer to remind patients of all ages of the importance of getting vaccinated against the flu. Download as a standard or customizable PDF.

Have You Gotten Your Flu Vaccine? Poster

Use this poster to remind patients of all ages of the importance of getting vaccinated against the flu; formatted to print on 11X17 paper. Download as a standard or customizable PDF.

Healthcare Personnel Vaccination Recommendations Sheet

Brief overview and position-specific recommendations for 6 key vaccines.

Healthy Tidbits: Actions to Take this Flu Season

Three steps for seniors to remember during influenza season for good health.

Immunization Poster: By Protecting Myself I am Protecting Her

This poster encourages patients to get immunized by reminding them of what is at stake.

Immunization Poster: It's Not Too Late!

Use this poster as a visual reminder for patients to obtain their flu immunizations, even if it's late in the season.

Immunization Poster: My Health Is My Biggest Asset

This poster encourages seniors to get immunized by reminding them of the value of good health.

Immunization Poster: Protect Your Loved Ones

Use this poster as a visual reminder for patients to obtain their flu immunizations, even if it's late in the season.

Immunization Poster: Reason Enough to Get Vaccinated

Display this poster to remind patients of the importance of prevention.

Immunization Poster: The Holidays are Here

Use this poster as a visual reminder for patients to obtain their flu immunizations during the holiday season.

Immunization Reminder Postcard

Reminds patients of the importance of receiving vaccines to prevent illnesses other than flu, such as pneumococcal disease and Hepatitis B.

Immunization Service Assessment Form

How well is your practice doing? Use this assessment form to find out where you stand, and how your practice can help improve its immunization services.

Immunization Status Labels

Formatted to print 10 on a page (Avery 5163 labels), these stickers allow notations for Tetanus/Diphtheria, Pneumococcal, and Flu immunizations.

Immunization Toolkit

This one-page flyer has more than 30 links to tools and resources that you can use to promote the importance of immunizations this year.

2012-2013 Immunizers' Guide

53-page CMS immunization guide addressing commonly asked questions about the administration of influenza and pneumococcal vaccinations.

Influenza Questions & Answers

6-page fact sheet answers common questions about the flu and the flu vaccine, including what causes the flu, how it spreads, when to get immunized, and other steps for prevention.

Influenza Vaccine Payment Allowances (2012-13)

MLN Matters Article #MM8047, with CMS annual update of payment allowance information for flu vaccinations provided to Medicare beneficiaries.

Influenza Vaccine Pocket Information Guide

Flu vaccine pocket guide for healthcare professionals; includes indications, dosing and administration information, and patient talking points.

Protect. Prevent. Prevail this Winter.

Tips for staying healthy this winter, and preventing the spread of flu.

Provider Flu Handout

This one-page flyer provides information about the flu, how to prevent the spread of illness, and what to do to recover faster.

Quick Reference Information: Medicare Immunization Billing

CMS guide for seasonal influenza virus, pneumococcal, and Hepatitis B immunization; provides diagnosis and billing codes, guidelines for the recommended frequency of administration, and beneficiary deductible and coinsurance information.

Recommended Adult Immunization Schedule - 2013

42-page reference for flu, pneumococcal, and other immunizations for adults; from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

Screening Questionnaire: Adult Immunization

1-page form; includes a second page explaining the rationale for each of the 10 questions, promoting open communication between provider and patient.

Screening Questionnaire: Inactive, Injectable Flu Vaccine

1-page form; includes a second page explaining the rationale for each of the 13 questions, promoting open communication between provider and patient.

Screening Questionnaire: Live, Intranasal Flu Vaccine

1-page form; includes a second page explaining the rationale for each of the 13 questions, promoting open communication between provider and patient.

Senior Healthy Living Flyer

This flyer includes tips and resources to promote healthy living for today's seniors.

Senior Immunization Flyer

This one-page flyer provides important information for Medicare beneficiaries on the importance of immunizations to safeguard their good health.

Senior Questions Flyer

This one-page flyer outlines important questions you can ask to help protect your good health.

Skills Checklist for Immunization

Self-assessment tool for healthcare staff who administer immunizations; covers patient education, medical protocols, and vaccine handling, administration, and records procedures.

Staff Flu Vaccine Recommendation Sheet

Includes a summary of the CDC's HICPAC/ACIP recommendations, and practical resources for vaccination.

Standing Orders for Influenza and Pneumococcal Immunization CD-ROM

This CD provides information on the federal regulation change to the Medicare and Medicaid Conditions of Participation, including official government statements, a sample standing order policy and a sample assessment form.

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Standing Orders: Influenza Vaccine

For administration of the flu/influenza vaccine to adults. Includes purpose, policy, and procedure, with contraindications and precautions.

Take Your Best Shot at Avoiding the Flu and Pneumonia

Designed to fit into a standard letter-sized envelope, this insert gives key facts about flu and pneumonia, and the importance of immunization. Also available in PDF format: Download Now

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Three Reasons to Get the Flu Shot Flyer

This one-page flyer gives staff members three good reasons to get vaccinated. Add this handout to employee paychecks or distribute as part of your next staff in-service.

Vaccinations for Adults: You're Never Too Old to Get Immunized!

This 1-page chart provides patients with an easy-to-read reference for recommended immunizations.

Vaccine Storage & Handling Guide

76-page CDC guide includes best practices for general storage and handling, and specific information for selected biologicals, such as the flu and pneumonia vaccines.

VIS: Inactivated Flu Vaccine

Official Vaccine Information Statement developed by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services and the CDC.

VIS: Live, Intranasal Flu Vaccine

Official Vaccine Information Statement developed by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services and the CDC.