#GetVaccinated

​​Your Best Shot at Staying Well

As respiratory viruses become more prevalent during the fall and winter months, the importance of staying up to date on vaccinations is critical, especially for those residing and working in long term care. COVID-19, influenza (flu), and respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) pose significant health risks to older adults and immunocompromised individuals. Supported by Moderna*, AHCA/NCAL’s #GetVaccinated campaign raises awareness and provides tools and resources to support long term care providers with their vaccination efforts during the respiratory virus season. 

Continue to check back for new information, resources, and requirements, as CDC and CMS continue to make updates given this season’s new vaccine recommendations. 

*AHCA/NCAL does not endorse a specific vaccine or vaccine maker unless there is demonstrable evidence it is more effective at protecting residents and staff members.

Flu

Everyone 6 months and older should ge​​t a flu vaccine ​​every season.



COVID-19

COVID-19 vaccination is recommended based on individual-based decision-making.


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RSV

Adults 75 years and older as well as adults 50-74 who are increased risk of severe RSV disease are recommended to receive a single dose of RSV vaccine.

Resources by Topic

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Best Practices and Guidance

Billing and Reimbursement

  • Billing to Medicare
    Instructions on how to correctly bill Medicare for vaccines, ensuring proper reimbursement for your facility.
  • Reimbursement Guide
    A detailed guide that outlines the reimbursement process for administering vaccines, including necessary documentation.
  • Billing Medicare for Respirat​ory Vaccines
    A quick-reference sheet summarizing the key steps and requirements for billing Medicare for flu, COVID-19, and RSV vaccines.

Communication and Promotion

Key messages to help communicate the importance of vaccination and prevention measures during the respiratory virus season.

Download graphics for newsletters or your website to promote the importance of vaccination.​

Download graphics and template social media posts to promote vaccination efforts.

​Printable posters for display in facilities, promoting the importance of vaccination.


Frequently Asked Questions

  • Frequently Asked Questions
    A compilation of answers to common questions about respiratory viruses and vaccines, helping to address concerns and misconceptions.

Infection Prevention Hot Topics

Guidelines for safely administering multiple vaccines during a single visit, reducing the need for multiple appointments.

Current trends and key issues in infection prevention, with a focus on managing respiratory viruses in long term care.​​

​​A concise resource offering best practices and updates for infection preventionists to effectively prepare for and manage the upcoming respiratory virus season​​​

​​Join the national forum to stay updated on the latest in infection prevention.


Vaccines

COVID-19 vaccination is recommended based on individual-based decision-making with a health care provider.​

Everyone 6 months and older should get vaccinated every flu season.

Adults 60 years and older, as well as pregnant people, have the option to receive a single dose of RSV vaccine.

​​Guidelines for safely administering multiple vaccines during a single visit, reducing the need for multiple appointments.

​​A customizable form to obtain consent from residents for receiving more than one vaccine at the same time.

CDC Resources