Provider characteristics and behaviors as predictors of immunization coverage

Background: Most studies of immunization behaviors measure adherence to standard immunization practices, relying on surveys without linking reported behaviors to objectively measured immunization rates. This study attempts to close that gap. Methods: In 1997, pediatric, family, and general providers...

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Published in:American journal of preventive medicine 2001-11, Vol.21 (4), p.250-255
Main Authors: Koepke, Christopher P, Vogel, Cheri A, Kohrt, Alan E
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Child, Preschool
Family Practice
Humans
immunization
Immunization - standards
Immunization - statistics & numerical data
Infant
Pediatrics
Pennsylvania
physician’s practice patterns
Practice Patterns, Physicians
private practice
Prognosis
Surveys and Questionnaires
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Summary:Background: Most studies of immunization behaviors measure adherence to standard immunization practices, relying on surveys without linking reported behaviors to objectively measured immunization rates. This study attempts to close that gap. Methods: In 1997, pediatric, family, and general providers in Pennsylvania serving children aged
ISSN:0749-3797
1873-2607
DOI:10.1016/S0749-3797(01)00373-7