What to know
Immunization information systems (IIS) are confidential, population-based, computerized databases that record all immunization doses administered by participating providers to persons residing within a given geopolitical area. This information details how to access immunization records for vaccine recipients who received a vaccine in North Carolina.
General Information
North Carolina's IIS is the North Carolina Immunization Registry (NCIR), and it includes immunization records for vaccine recipients of all ages. Visit this webpage to learn more about the IIS.
The jurisdiction is authorized by law to operate NCIR. For more information, please see 45 Code of Federal Regulations 164.512(b)(1)(i).
Child Consent to Participate
For children, NCIR requires mandatory inclusion by law. Children are included in the IIS with no possibility for their parent(s)/guardian(s) to opt them out.
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Adult Consent to Participate
For adults, NCIR requires mandatory inclusion by law. Adults are included in the IIS with no possibility to opt out.
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Provider Reporting
North Carolina does have a mandate for vaccination providers to report immunizations to NCIR. The reporting mandate:
- Mandates universal reporting by law.
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Data Sharing
North Carolina does have a policy that regulates sharing data from NCIR with other public health entities. The data sharing policy:
- Allows data to be shared upon request or with approval/authorization.