--- title: Every Child Leaves Protected RSV description: Every Child Leaves Protected works to strengthen newborn RSV access through hospital implementation, reimbursement solutions, public policy, and collaboration across health systems. --- [Skip to main content](https://info.nmqf.org/every-child-leaves-protected#eclp-main) Newborn RSV access • hospital implementation • reimbursement • policy [Explore the Resource Library →](https://info.nmqf.org/every-child-leaves-protected#resources) [![](https://info.nmqf.org/hubfs/nmqf%20logo.png) **Every Child Leaves Protected** RSV Access Initiative](https://info.nmqf.org/every-child-leaves-protected#top) [The Problem](https://info.nmqf.org/every-child-leaves-protected#problem) [Reports](https://info.nmqf.org/every-child-leaves-protected#reports) [Hospitals](https://info.nmqf.org/every-child-leaves-protected#hospital) [States](https://info.nmqf.org/every-child-leaves-protected#states) [Reimbursement](https://info.nmqf.org/every-child-leaves-protected#reimbursement) [Resources](https://info.nmqf.org/every-child-leaves-protected#resources) [Get Updates](https://info.nmqf.org/every-child-leaves-protected#updates) [The Problem](https://info.nmqf.org/every-child-leaves-protected#problem) [Reports](https://info.nmqf.org/every-child-leaves-protected#reports) [Hospitals](https://info.nmqf.org/every-child-leaves-protected#hospital) [States](https://info.nmqf.org/every-child-leaves-protected#states) [Reimbursement](https://info.nmqf.org/every-child-leaves-protected#reimbursement) [Resources](https://info.nmqf.org/every-child-leaves-protected#resources) [Get Updates](https://info.nmqf.org/every-child-leaves-protected#updates) Newborn RSV access # Every Child Leaves Protected. Every eligible family should have access to newborn RSV protection before leaving the hospital. Every Child Leaves Protected works to address the hospital, reimbursement, policy, and implementation barriers that can stand between families and timely RSV protection. [View the RSV Access Report](https://rsvequityaction.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/NMQF_RSVEquityActionReport_02252025-TLEDITS2.pdf) [Explore Resources](https://info.nmqf.org/every-child-leaves-protected#resources) ![Protect From Day One](https://info.nmqf.org/hubfs/Protect%20form%20day%20one%20Logo.png) Looking for pregnancy and parent information? [Visit Protect From Day One →](https://protectfromdayone.org/) From recommendation to access ## Closing the gaps between protection being recommended and protection being delivered. 1 **Hospital readiness** Make RSV immunization easier to operationalize before newborn discharge. 2 **Sustainable reimbursement** Strengthen clear payment pathways across public and commercial coverage. 3 **Coordinated access** Connect hospitals, clinicians, payers, public health programs, and communities. The access problem ## Protection exists. Access is still inconsistent. RSV prevention has advanced rapidly, but educational, operational, financial, and care-coordination barriers continue to create missed opportunities for newborn protection. 65.1% **Infant RSV protection** CDC survey data cited in the September 2026 white paper estimated 65.1% protection during the 2025–26 season through maternal vaccination or infant mAb. 36% **Birthing hospitals enrolled in VFC** The white paper reports that only about one-third of birthing hospitals participate in the Vaccines for Children program. 31.8–53.9% **Variation across jurisdictions** Reported infant RSV mAb coverage varied considerably across the 14 IIS jurisdictions included in CDC data cited in 2026. i ### Awareness Families and clinicians may not always receive timely, consistent information about RSV protection options, timing, and eligibility. $ ### Payment Hospital reimbursement and bundled newborn payment structures can make infant RSV immunization difficult to sustain. \+ ### Implementation Workflow, inventory, VFC participation, and care coordination affect whether protection can be delivered before discharge. ↔ ### Follow-up When hospital administration does not occur, families may encounter additional logistical and coverage barriers in outpatient settings. September 2026 ### Creating a Catalyst for Action Around Infant RSV Immunization A systems-focused examination of RSV prevention, barriers to infant immunization, and practical strategies to improve uptake. RSV Access Action Reports ## Turn the evidence into usable action. The report should be more than a PDF download. This website surfaces the major findings and organizes implementation resources around the barriers hospitals, payers, clinicians, public health programs, and families face. - ✓ RSV burden and protection landscape - ✓ Hospital reimbursement and VFC barriers - ✓ Seasonal and geographic variation in uptake - ✓ Collaboration, education, data, and system transformation [Read the 2025 RSV Access Report](https://rsvequityaction.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/NMQF_RSVEquityActionReport_02252025-TLEDITS2.pdf) [Get the Resource Pack](https://info.nmqf.org/every-child-leaves-protected#updates) Implementation ## Hospital & Health System Hub Practical information for organizations working to make RSV immunization a reliable part of maternal, newborn, and pediatric care. ### [VFC Vaccines for Children Program Understand the federal VFC program, eligibility, and the role it can play in infant RSV access.](https://www.cdc.gov/vaccines-for-children/about/) ### [CDC MMWR Birthing Hospital VFC Enrollment Evidence and implementation considerations for expanding birthing-hospital participation.](https://www.cdc.gov/mmwr/volumes/74/wr/mm7437a2.htm) ### [Case example Tennessee VFC Onboarding Initiative An implementation example focused on onboarding birthing hospitals into VFC.](https://www.immunizationmanagers.org/documents/tennessee-intensive-onboarding-initiative-ioi-for-birthing-hospital-vaccines-for-children-vfc-enrollment/) ### [Local implementation Philadelphia: Prepare for RSV Season Seasonal hospital and provider information related to RSV immunization access.](https://vaccines.phila.gov/index.php/prepare-for-rsv-season/) ### [State implementation Minnesota VFC Information Current Minnesota Vaccines for Children announcements and seasonal program information.](https://www.health.state.mn.us/people/immunize/hcp/mnvfc/announcements.html) ### [Resource library More Implementation Resources Browse state, city, federal, professional, and public-health resources in one place.](https://info.nmqf.org/every-child-leaves-protected#resources) Payer & reimbursement ## Payment is an access issue. Hospitals may face reimbursement uncertainty when RSV immunization is provided during the newborn stay. Clear and sustainable payment pathways can reduce barriers to implementation. Featured resource ### Lack of insurance coverage for RSV immunization in hospitals can leave newborns unprotected The American Academy of Pediatrics examines how insurance reimbursement, inpatient payment structures, and hospital participation can affect whether newborns receive RSV protection before discharge. [Read the AAP Article](https://publications.aap.org/aapnews/news/35970/Lack-of-insurance-coverage-for-RSV-immunization-in?searchresult=1) [CDC **Vaccines for Children Program** Federal program information and eligibility.](https://www.cdc.gov/vaccines-for-children/about/) [CDC MMWR **Expanding Birthing Hospital VFC Enrollment** Evidence on hospital enrollment and infant RSV access.](https://www.cdc.gov/mmwr/volumes/74/wr/mm7437a2.htm) [Association of Immunization Managers **Tennessee Birthing Hospital VFC Initiative** A practical hospital onboarding example.](https://www.immunizationmanagers.org/documents/tennessee-intensive-onboarding-initiative-ioi-for-birthing-hospital-vaccines-for-children-vfc-enrollment/) State Action Center ## See how states and cities are approaching RSV access. State and local immunization programs can provide important operational guidance for VFC participation, product availability, coverage, and respiratory-season planning. ### [Minnesota VFC RSV Ordering Information Minnesota Vaccines for Children announcements and seasonal ordering information.](https://www.health.state.mn.us/people/immunize/hcp/mnvfc/announcements.html) ### [Philadelphia Prepare for RSV Season Seasonal guidance for hospitals and providers.](https://vaccines.phila.gov/index.php/prepare-for-rsv-season/) ### [Wisconsin RSV Immunization & VFC Guidance Public-health guidance addressing RSV immunization access and VFC supply.](https://www.dhs.wisconsin.gov/dph/memos/communicable-diseases/bcd-2026-07.htm) ### [Maryland Respiratory-Season Vaccine Information State vaccine and coverage information relevant to respiratory-season prevention.](https://health.maryland.gov/covid/Pages/Vaccines.aspx) Policy & public affairs ## Resources for policymakers, advocates, and health-system leaders. Follow federal and state developments, public comments, health-system implementation issues, and policy resources related to newborn RSV access. Public Comment ### RSV Access & ACIP Read NMQF's public comment addressing infant access to RSV prevention through the Vaccines for Children program. [Read Comment](https://rsvequityaction.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/NMQF-Comment-Ltr-re-RSV-for-Children-in-VFC_-ACIP-June-21-23-2023-Mtg_GCW-Final.pdf) Congressional resources ### Policymaker Education Use RSV access data, implementation information, and evidence to support informed conversations about maternal and newborn health policy. [Browse Resources](https://info.nmqf.org/every-child-leaves-protected#resources) Action Center ### RSV Action Center Visit NMQF's existing VoterVoice page for current RSV-related civic engagement opportunities. [Visit Action Center](https://www.votervoice.net/NMQF/Petitions/4119/Respond) Resource Library ## Trusted RSV access and implementation resources Organized resources from public health departments, federal agencies, professional organizations, and implementation partners. ### State & City Health Departments [Minnesota **2026–27 VFC RSV Ordering Information** Minnesota VFC announcements and seasonal information.](https://www.health.state.mn.us/people/immunize/hcp/mnvfc/announcements.html) [Philadelphia, Pennsylvania **Prepare for RSV Season** Guidance for hospitals and providers.](https://vaccines.phila.gov/index.php/prepare-for-rsv-season/) [Wisconsin **RSV Immunization and VFC Guidance** Public-health guidance regarding access and VFC supply.](https://www.dhs.wisconsin.gov/dph/memos/communicable-diseases/bcd-2026-07.htm) [Maryland **Respiratory-Season Vaccine Information** State coverage and vaccine information.](https://health.maryland.gov/covid/Pages/Vaccines.aspx) ### Agencies & Trusted Organizations [CDC **VFC Information for Parents** Program eligibility and participation information.](https://www.cdc.gov/vaccines-for-children/vfc-information-for-parents/index.html) [CDC **About the Vaccines for Children Program** Federal VFC program overview.](https://www.cdc.gov/vaccines-for-children/about/) [CDC MMWR **Expanding Birthing Hospital VFC Enrollment** Birthing-hospital enrollment and infant RSV access.](https://www.cdc.gov/mmwr/volumes/74/wr/mm7437a2.htm) [American Academy of Pediatrics **Lack of Insurance Coverage for RSV Immunization in Hospitals** Coverage and reimbursement barriers affecting newborn access.](https://publications.aap.org/aapnews/news/35970/Lack-of-insurance-coverage-for-RSV-immunization-in?searchresult=1) [American Academy of Pediatrics **RSV Pediatric Collection** Clinical and implementation resources.](https://publications.aap.org/collection/13265/Pediatric-Collections-Respiratory-Syncytial-Virus?autologincheck=redirected) [Public Health Communications Collaborative **Communicating About RSV Vaccination in 2026–27** Communication tools and messaging support.](https://publichealthcollaborative.org/communication-tools/communicating-about-rsv-vaccination-in-2026-27/) [Association of Immunization Managers **Tennessee Birthing Hospital VFC Enrollment Initiative** Hospital onboarding and implementation example.](https://www.immunizationmanagers.org/documents/tennessee-intensive-onboarding-initiative-ioi-for-birthing-hospital-vaccines-for-children-vfc-enrollment/) ### NMQF RSV Equity Action Resources [NMQF RSV Equity Action **RSV Access Overview** NMQF's existing RSV access work, key recommendations, implementation priorities, and public-affairs resources.](https://rsvequityaction.org/) [NMQF Report **2025 RSV Health Access Report** NMQF's report on infant RSV access, hospital implementation, and opportunities to improve protection.](https://rsvequityaction.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/NMQF_RSVEquityActionReport_02252025-TLEDITS2.pdf) [NMQF Public Comment **RSV Access & ACIP Public Comment** NMQF's public comment supporting access to RSV prevention technologies for infants through VFC.](https://rsvequityaction.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/NMQF-Comment-Ltr-re-RSV-for-Children-in-VFC_-ACIP-June-21-23-2023-Mtg_GCW-Final.pdf) [NMQF Blog **RSV News & Education** NMQF articles and educational updates on RSV, prevention, awareness, and access.](https://rsvequityaction.org/blog/) [Take Action **Advocate for RSV Care** Visit NMQF's action center for current RSV-related civic engagement opportunities.](https://www.votervoice.net/NMQF/Petitions/4119/Respond) For expecting parents & families ## Looking for information about protecting your baby? Protect From Day One provides parent-friendly RSV education, maternal and infant protection information, questions for your care team, and an RSV birth-plan tool. [Visit Protect From Day One](https://protectfromdayone.org/) ![Protect From Day One](https://info.nmqf.org/hubfs/Protect%20form%20day%20one%20Logo.png) Stay informed ## Get the RSV Access Resource Pack Sign up to receive key Every Child Leaves Protected resources and future updates on hospital implementation, reimbursement, state activity, and newborn RSV access. ✓ RSV Access Action Report links ✓ Hospital and VFC implementation resources ✓ New payer, reimbursement, and state resources ### Send me the resource pack Enter your information below and we'll send the RSV access resources directly to your inbox. By submitting this form, you may receive RSV access, implementation, and resource updates from the National Minority Quality Forum according to the communication preferences you select. **Every Child Leaves Protected** An RSV access initiative focused on hospital implementation, reimbursement solutions, policy, and collaboration across health systems. [Reports](https://info.nmqf.org/every-child-leaves-protected#reports) [Hospitals](https://info.nmqf.org/every-child-leaves-protected#hospital) [States](https://info.nmqf.org/every-child-leaves-protected#states) [Resources](https://info.nmqf.org/every-child-leaves-protected#resources) [Protect From Day One](https://protectfromdayone.org/) © 2026 National Minority Quality Forum Powered by National Minority Quality Forum • Center for Communications & Public Affairs