I-CARE, or Illinois Comprehensive Automated Immunization Registry Exchange, is a web based immunization record-sharing application developed by the Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH). The application allows public and private healthcare providers to share the immunization.

The Vaccines For Children (VFC) program is a federally funded, state administered program that provides free vaccines to eligible children ages 18 and younger. Vaccines are provided at no cost to the provider or the patient. Providers are able to charge an administration fee for the vaccine.

Feb 7, 2020 · wellness/immunization/icare. The Immunization Section has integrated its VFC enrollment and vaccine management functions into I-CARE. This integration allows for greater accountability and programmatic oversight. All Illinois VFC providers must provide individual patient immunization records on how each VFC vaccine was administered.

For I-CARE: providers that wish to enroll in I-CARE no longer need IDPH Web Portal access. Please visit the enrollment website. (The I-CARE system is used by providers to enter patient vaccine administration information.

Welcome to I-CARE! IMPORTANT! As of November 1, 2024, I-CARE now uses Okta IL-Partner for account login and authentication. You should have already received an e-mail to activate your Okta IL-Partner account. If you do not have an active Okta IL-Partner account, please contact [email protected] for support.

Mar 14, 2025 · Vaccines available through the VFC Program are those recommended by the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP). These vaccines protect babies, young children, and adolescents from these diseases.

The Vaccines for Children (VFC) Program provides vaccines to children whose parents or guardians may not be able to afford them. View All

Nov 11, 2022 · •I-CARE is web-based immunization record sharing tool •Captured information includes: •Patient demographic information •Vaccine administration information •Patient reminders for second doses •Assessment of immunization coverage levels by practice •And more! •Must be enrolled in I-CARE to administer COVID-19 and VFC vaccines

Include your Organization Name, Address, and VFC PIN # (VFC providers only) to help identify your organization in I-CARE. Specify if you need a sFTP or Web Service credentials. Your EHR vendor can help identify which account is needed.

Jul 1, 2024 · Children ages 18 years or younger who are enrolled in a Medicaid program or are eligible for Medicaid can receive VFC Program benefits. However, children who are enrolled in a separate CHIP program are considered insured and do not qualify for VFC Program benefits.