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RIC Event: Leveraging Partnerships to Promote Flu Vaccinations Among Dually Eligible Beneficiaries During COVID-19
https://youtu.be/MpcsbvPK2ls Description: Due to the ongoing COVID-19 public health emergency, flu vaccination is critical this year. Health plans, providers, and community partners play an important role in promoting equitable access to vaccination. On November 2nd, Resources for Integrated Care (RIC)
[...]Published Date: November 2, 2021 -
Vaccinating Members Experiencing Homelessness
Individuals experiencing homelessness may face barriers to accessing accurate information regarding COVID-19 vaccinations, as well as adequate access to vaccination sites. They are at an increased risk for developing COVID-19 due to lack of access to healthcare, lack of proper
[...]Published Date: August 12, 2021 -
Using Data to Identify Unvaccinated Members and Prioritize Outreach
Individuals dually eligible for Medicare and Medicaid are disproportionately impacted by COVID-19, and health plans recognize that this population is at greater risk of adverse health outcomes from COVID-19 infection than the general public due to the complexity of their
[...]Published Date: July 22, 2021 -
Addressing Barriers to Vaccination for Individuals with Disability
Individuals with disability, including physical disability, are disproportionately impacted by the COVID-19 public health emergency and face significant challenges accessing vaccination sites and services.1 Many individuals with disability have diabetes, cancer, heart disease, obesity, or other health conditions that place
[...]Published Date: July 8, 2021 -
Addressing Barriers to Vaccine Access in Rural Communities
Rural communities are experiencing a faster transmission rate of COVID-19 compared to urban or suburban communities. However, they face unique challenges exacerbated by the COVID-19 public health emergency, including fewer health care facilities and hospital beds, limited telehealth access, and
[...]Published Date: May 20, 2021 -
RIC Event: Supporting the Preventive Health Care Needs of Dually Eligible Women with Disability
You can view the webinar recording below. Supporting documents such as webinar slides, transcript, and additional resources are available to download by scrolling to the attachments section below. https://youtu.be/x7bUm6aQJWg?si=UbUi-lzarZXsRHQG Description: In observance of National Women’s Health Week, this webinar provides
[...]Published Date: May 12, 2021 -
Helping Members Overcome Technology Barriers to Register for COVID-19 Vaccination
Health plans play a vital role in assisting members with accessing the COVID-19 vaccination. Plans can support members in navigating the often complex process of registering for a vaccine appointment, especially those who have limited access to technology. For some
[...]Published Date: April 9, 2021 -
Combatting COVID-19 Vaccine Misinformation
Addressing and mitigating misinformation is a critical component for building vaccine trust and confidence. This blog post highlights promising practices for correcting vaccine misinformation, promoting vaccine credibility, and encouraging people to become vaccinated. How should we debunk vaccine misinformation? Common
[...]Published Date: April 1, 2021 -
Diabetes Care Assessment, Planning, and Management during COVID-19
Description: The physical distancing protocols associated with the COVID-19 public health emergency have made it difficult for health plans and providers to connect with individuals dually eligible for Medicare and Medicaid in order to identify needs, develop care plans, and
[...]Published Date: March 30, 2021 -
Engaging Family and Friend Caregivers in COVID-19 Vaccination Efforts
Family and friend caregivers of individuals dually eligible for Medicare and Medicaid can play an important role in helping the individual access the COVID-19 vaccine, from assisting with appointment registration to accompanying the individual to the vaccination site. SCAN Health
[...]Published Date: March 25, 2021