Benefits for Physicians
Busy practices have found that Florida SHOTS can assist them in the challenges of assessing ever-changing and complex immunization requirements and schedules involving different vaccine manufacturers and combination vaccines. Here are a few of the benefits for physicians:
- The registry produces the legal immunization record (DH Form 680) required for school, camp, and day care center attendance.
- Immunization records from all providers are consolidated into one record per patient.
- Immunization information is accessible 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
- Our immunization tracking software never has to be downloaded or upgraded on your computer.
- The registry provides a reliable immunization history for any child, whether a new or continuing patient.
- It identifies patients’ previously reported contraindications.
- The registry provides definitive information on immunizations that are due or overdue.
- It produces reminders and recalls for immunizations that are due or overdue.
- The registry generates immunization reports for managed-care organizations.
- It reduces paperwork by automating inventory, reporting, recall, and reminder functions.
- The registry provides current recommendations and information on new vaccines.
- It facilitates introduction of new vaccines or changes in the vaccine schedule.
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