Increasing Pneumococcal Vaccination Rates Among Residents of Long-Term–Care Facilities: Provider-Based Improvement Strategies Implemented by Peer-Review Organizations in Four Western States

Abstract

Simple and straightforward vaccination strategies implemented in LTCFs over a short period of time can have a significant impact on vaccination rates. Collaborative efforts between state PROs and LTCFs enhance implementation of these strategies and can result in the achievement of national vaccination objectives. Standing orders appear to be one intervention effective in sustaining successful vaccination efforts. Regardless of the specific interventions employed, PROs played a significant role in facilitating vaccination program development and intervention implementation.