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Procedures for the Administration of Influenza Vaccine Pneumococcal Vaccine
Illinois Medicaid - HFS·IL · Geriatrics, Internal Medicine, Family Medicine·Provider Notice
Effective date
Oct 1, 2004
We identified it
Jun 21, 2026
Summary
Illinois Department of Health will provide influenza vaccine to long-term care facilities for Medicaid residents, with specific documentation and administration procedures required. Pneumococcal vaccine must be obtained from and billed by supplying pharmacy.
Action Required
Long-term care facilities only: Upon receipt of vaccine shipment (beginning October), maintain resident administration log documenting vaccine recipients with proper RIN identification for Medicaid vs non-Medicaid residents. Ensure physician orders are obtained before administration. Bill pneumococcal vaccine through supplying pharmacy, not facility billing.