CDPHE announces the availability of a new web-based resource for providers who want to build a successful immunization program.

The development of this resource reflects the ongoing efforts of the stakeholders brought together through Senate Bill 13-222. As you are aware, this bill compelled a diverse coalition of stakeholders to take a comprehensive look at access to vaccines, including the current vaccine financing and delivery system, to consider options, and to make recommendations for a more efficient and cost-effective approach. One of the recommendations was to provide and promote a centralized, electronic (web-based) toolkit with existing resources relating to best practices in vaccine management and delivery.

This new resource hub is designed to give health care providers tools to help vaccinate their patient population. Please visit Vaccine resources for health care providers on the CDPHE website.

Our website offers a variety of tools to assist challenges that providers may encounter in their immunization programs, including:
• Resources to support providers with vaccine administration.
• An overview of private sector services and vendors that support inventory management.
• Job Aids and video training to support providers in the proper storage and handling of vaccine.
• Resources for providers seeking reimbursement for services offered to insured patients.
• Tools and resources to improve vaccination rates.
• Information regarding the Vaccines for Children (VFC) program which uses federal funding to provide low- or no-cost vaccine to children who might not otherwise be vaccinated because of inability to pay.
• An online form to submit questions to our immunization clinical staff.

We are also introducing a peer-to-peer provider mentoring project. The goal is to promote vaccine administration during the well child visit for all children seen in a medical home.