After you apply: Vaccine Impact Assistance Program
After you submit your application, it goes through several stages before a decision is made.
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Eligibility review
Your application is first reviewed to confirm it meets the program's basic eligibility requirements.
If information is missing or your application doesn't qualify, you'll be contacted by a program representative.
Learn more:
- Eligibility requirements: Vaccine Impact Assistance Program
- Claims assessment: Policy Framework for the Vaccine Impact Assistance Program
Medical records are collected
Our medical reviewers look at your application to decide which medical records are needed to assess your claim.
The required information depends on your diagnosis and circumstances.
If additional records are needed, you'll receive instructions on:
- what medical records are required
- how to obtain them
- where to send them
You're responsible for requesting these records from your health care professional and medical facilities.
Medical Assessment
Once all required documents are received, your application is reviewed by at least 2 physicians. They assess whether the:
- vaccine likely caused the injury
- injury is serious and permanent
The Medical Assessment is used to determine:
- whether you're eligible for financial support
- the amount of financial support for eligible applicants
Learn more:
Decision
You'll receive a Notice of Decision once the Medical Assessment is complete.
If you disagree with the decision, you may be able to request an appeal.
Learn more: