COVID-19 Vaccines Report, Jan. 4, 2021: Physicians Remain Priority, Officials Say

The information below is current as of Jan. 4, 2021.  

Distribution and Prioritization

The Department of State Health Services’ (DSHS) hosts weekly meetings of the Expert Vaccine Allocation Panel (EVAP). Find details below, and check this DSHS webpage for updates.  

  • Physicians Remain Priority, Officials Say: Physicians and health care professionals are first priority for COVID-19 vaccines and should be vaccinated before the second priority group, EVAP members reiterated this week. The recent flexibilities for the second group were published to accommodate vaccinating others if a facility has run out of health care workers to vaccinate. This is to prevent vaccine waste.
  • Need a Vaccine? Your County Medical Society Might Help: Several county medical societies have partnered with chain pharmacies in their areas to provide COVID-19 vaccines to physicians and other health care workers.
  • Clinical Guidance on Allergic Reactions: The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has updated its clinical guidance on allergic reactions associated with COVID-19 vaccines.     
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Reimbursement and Practice Information

Vaccine tips, resources, and information for your practice. 

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Last Updated On

January 06, 2021

Originally Published On

January 04, 2021

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