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 South Dakota.
General Information
South Dakota's IIS is called SDIIS, and it includes immunization records for vaccine recipients of all ages. Visit this webpage to learn more about the IIS.
Child Consent to Participate
For children, SDIIS 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, SDIIS requires mandatory inclusion by law. Adults are included in the IIS with no possibility to opt out.
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Provider Reporting
South Dakota does have a mandate for vaccination providers to report immunizations to SDIIS. The provider reporting policy:
- Applies only to certain providers.
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Data Sharing
South Dakota does have a policy that regulates sharing data from SDIIS with other public health entities. The data sharing policy:
- Has no specific data sharing requirements or restrictions.
The child and adult consent policies allow vaccine recipients to request to limit the sharing of their data that are stored in SDIIS.