RIC COVID-19 Vaccination Blog
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Expanding Language Access to COVID-19 Vaccination Materials
Many communities in the United States that use languages other than English face language barriers when trying to access vital health information. Health plans can strive to offer materials and services in language that is accessible and culturally relevant to
[...]Time to read: 3 Minutes.Date: April 15, 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
[...]Time to read: 3 Minutes.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
[...]Time to read: 4 Minutes.Date: April 1, 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
[...]Time to read: 3 Minutes.Date: March 25, 2021 -
Transportation Access
Access to reliable transportation can present a major barrier among individuals dually eligible for Medicare and Medicaid seeking to get a COVID-19 vaccination. Health plans can support their members in receiving the COVID-19 vaccination by providing transportation to and from
[...]Time to read: 2 Minutes.Date: March 8, 2021 -
Supporting Equitable Access to COVID Vaccination
Welcome to the Resources for Integrated Care (RIC) COVID-19 Vaccination blog series where we will spotlight promising practices shared by health plans and other experts. Dually eligible individuals have been disproportionately impacted by COVID-19 and likely face barriers to accessing
[...]Time to read: 3 Minutes.Date: March 8, 2021