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Determining immunization rates for inner-city infants: Statewide registry data vs medical record review

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  • Stille, C.J.
  • Christison-Lagay, J.

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Objective. This study evaluated the benefit of consulting a statewide immunization registry for inner-city infants whose immunizations appeared, after single-site chart review, to have been delayed. Methods. We prospectively enrolled 315 newborns in 3 inner-city pediatric clinics. When the infants turned 7 months old, we obtained immunization data from clinic charts and the state registry. Results. On the basis of chart review, 147 infants (47%) were assessed to be delayed in their immunizations; of these, registry data revealed that 28 (19%) had received additional immunizations and 15 (10%) were actually up to date. Conclusions. A statewide registry can capture immunizations from multiple sources, improving accurate determination of immunization rates in a mobile, inner-city population.

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  • Stille, C.J. & Christison-Lagay, J., 2000. "Determining immunization rates for inner-city infants: Statewide registry data vs medical record review," American Journal of Public Health, American Public Health Association, vol. 90(10), pages 1613-1615.
    • Handle: RePEc:aph:ajpbhl:2000:90:10:1613-1615_3
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