Keyword: Immunization

Billing for H1N1 Vaccine Administration 11/20/2009 4:07:17 PM For some payers, you may need to bill a penny for the H1N1 vaccine to be paid for administration Be Wise — Immunize 11/16/2009 11:05:52 AM Be Wise — Immunize is one of the most ambitious public health programs in the Texas Medical Association’s 151-year history. The purpose of this joint initiative of TMA and the TMA Alliance,funded through a grant from the TMA Foundation,is to substantially increase statewide immunization rates. Using education,communication,and action,Be Wise — Immunize is three-year program that promotes immunization to the public as important,effective,and safe. Vaccinate or Not? POEP Says Physicians Don't Always Suggest HPV Vaccine 11/11/2009 10:05:59 AM Even though the human papillomavirus vaccine has preventive benefits, a Texas Medical Association survey shows Texas physicians are slow to recommend it consistently to their young female patients. H1N1 and Seasonal Flu Vaccine FAQs 11/10/2009 11:17:25 AM H1N1 and Seasonal Flu Vaccine FAQs H1N1 Immunization — Who Gets What? 11/10/2009 11:12:33 AM More vaccine will be available to physicians and other health care providers in the next few weeks, according to the Department of State Health Services (DSHS). The type of vaccine and the number of doses shipped each week will vary. Antiviral Resistance Testing Available for Limited H1N1 Cases 11/3/2009 1:33:09 PM CDC is now able to do limited testing on specific clinical specimens suspected of being antiviral resistant.. Emergency Peramivir IV Use 11/2/2009 5:09:07 PM The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has authorized the emergency use of the unapproved drug Peramivir IV to treat certain hospitalized adult and pediatric patients. November 2009 MedBytes: HPV Vaccine 11/1/2009 11:03:06 AM In 2005, 11,999 women in the United States were diagnosed with cervical cancer, and 3,924 died from the disease. In addition to Pap tests, physicians have the quadrivalent human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine Gardasil in the fight against cervical cancer. A Web-based survey of Texas physicians indicates that physicians in the state are slow to recommend the vaccine consistently. These Web sites contain educational materials about the HPV vaccine's benefits and recommendations. Sample: Mayor's Proclamation/Commissioners Court Resolution 10/28/2009 5:25:21 PM Sample: Mayor's Proclamation/Commissioners Court Resolution Sample Letter to the Editor: National Immunization Month 10/28/2009 5:24:02 PM For use during National Immunization Month in August Page: 1 of 12