AACE Advancing Immunization Quality Improvement Communication Platform-Vaccinations QI Update July 2024

Vaccinations QI Update July 2024

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The document discusses a quality improvement initiative for vaccinations in a medical practice. Key points include dedicated platforms for immunization and health maintenance in EPIC, a focus on improving the vaccination process, challenges with employee training and time constraints, and the importance of data collection and analysis. The initiative involves interventions such as monthly reporting, tracking diabetes patients for vaccinations, and engaging patients in bringing immunization records. Progress is monitored through feedback to providers and meetings. The document also highlights efforts to address missing immunization data and improve reporting to SC DHEC, as well as a focus on key vaccines like COVID-19, influenza, and others. Challenges with data collection, refusal options, and counseling are also discussed. Ongoing efforts include adapting to changes in COVID vaccine availability and optimizing tracking systems. By implementing process improvements and engaging with stakeholders, the initiative aims to enhance vaccine uptake and ensure effective immunization practices within the medical group.

Keywords

quality improvement

vaccinations

medical practice

EPIC platform

employee training

data collection

monthly reporting

diabetes patients

immunization records

COVID-19 vaccine