Quality Programs

Encourage Patients to Get Vaccinated

November 6, 2025
 

Vaccines are a safe and effective way to stop the spread of illnesses and keep people healthy.

LifeWise recommends the following vaccines for adults:

Vaccination

Timing

Flu

Yearly

Tdap

Once as an adult, then every 10 years

Pneumococcal

Once as an adult, then again at 65+ or with certain conditions

Hepatitis

Once for adults under 60

COVID-19

Initial series of vaccinations plus boosters

Next Steps

  • Talk to patients about which vaccines are right for their health needs.
  • Remind patients to get vaccines using more than one method, like provider patient website messaging and postcards.
  • Include messages that address common vaccine concerns.
  • Help patients identify where vaccines may be available. LifeWise members can use the Find Care tool to find in-network healthcare providers or pharmacies to get vaccines at no cost.
  • Report vaccinations to your state’s immunization information system using electronic medical record integration or secure uploads.