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IIS Providers
Immunization Information Systems Home (IIS) pages:
On This Page:
Questions & Answers
- Answers to Providers Questions (printable one-page format)
Also available as a flyer that can be customized with an address label as needed. (June 2008) - Frequently Asked Questions:
- What are Immunization Information Systems (IIS)?
- Why do Immunization Information Systems exist?
- What will an IIS do for my practice?
- How do I participate in the IIS in my state?
- Can the IIS exchange data with Electronic Medical Records (EMR)?
- What type of equipment do I need to electronically link with the IIS?
- How Immunization Information Systems Can Help Pediatricians and Family Physicians: Using IIS to Save Your Office Practice Time and Money (exit)
- What Benefits Can Pediatric Nurse Practitioners Expect to Receive from Using Immunization Information Systems? (exit)
- More...
IIS Status & Legislation
Privacy, Confidentiality, and HIPAA
- How is a child's immunization record and information protected?
- Does My Practice Have to Comply With the HIPAA Privacy Rules? (exit)
- HIPAA
Current info., summary of law, administrative simplification regulations, etc. - HIPAA Resources Outside of NIP
Privacy facts, public health privacy presentation, NAACCR - NIP Privacy and Confidentiality Resources
Confidentiality chapter, survey of state immunization registry legislation, etc.
Partner Organizations and Support
Patient Education
- Frequently asked questions from parents
- Benefits of IIS for parents, for communities, for providers, for public health officials
Publications and Resources
Acronyms and Abbreviations
- Most common acronyms referred to by IIS and immunization programs.
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Content last reviewed on May 24, 2007
Content Source: National Center for Immunization and Respiratory Diseases