Computer-generated mailed reminders for influenza immunization: a clinical trial

Authors: 
Moran WP, Nelson K, Wofford JL, Velez R
Journal: 
J Gen Intern Med
Publication Date: 
1992 Sep-Oct
Volume: 
7
Issue: 
5
Pages: 
535-7
  • HIT Description: Computer-generated decision support with reminders. More info...
  • Purpose of Study: Study the impact of computer-generated influenza immunization reminders mailed to patients.
  • Years of study: 1990
  • Study Design: RCT
  • Outcomes: Impact on health care effectivness/quality
Summary:
  • Settings: Five hundred-five patients at a community health center participated in the study.
  • Intervention: The study consisted of three groups: 1) usual care, 2) one reminder letter, offering free influenza immunization without an appointment, or 3) two sequential reminder letters, offering the same.
  • Evaluation Method: Measure of rate of influenza immunization.
  • Quality of Care and Patient Safety Outcome: The reminders did not significantly affect rates (Group 1 = 38.2%, Group 2 = 40%, and Group 3 = 29.7%) of influenza immunization.