IIS Policies: Nevada

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 Nevada.
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General Information

Nevada's IIS is called Nevada (NV) WebIZ, 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 NV WebIZ. For more information, please see Nevada Revised Statutes 439.265(1).

Child Consent to Participate

For children, NV WebIZ requires implicit consent with opt-out by law. Children are included in the IIS unless their parent(s)/guardian(s) choose to opt them out.

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For more information, please see Nevada Revised Statutes 439.265(4) and Nevada Administrative Code 439.883(3).

Adult Consent to Participate

For adults, NV WebIZ requires implicit consent with opt-out by law. Adults are included in the IIS unless they choose to opt out.

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For more information, please see Nevada Administrative Code 439.885(3).

Provider Reporting

Nevada does have a mandate for vaccination providers to report immunizations to NV WebIZ. The reporting mandate:

  • Mandates universal reporting by law.

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For more information, please see Nevada Revised Statutes 439.265(2) as well as Nevada Administrative Code 439.890(1) and 439.893(1) and 439.895.

Data Sharing

Nevada does have a policy that regulates sharing data from NV WebIZ with other public health entities. The data sharing policy:

  • Requires a data use/sharing agreement or memorandum of understanding and
  • Allows data to be shared upon request or with approval/authorization.

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For more information, please see Nevada Revised Statutes 429.265(5) and Nevada Administrative Code 439.895.
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Content Source:
National Center for Immunization and Respiratory Diseases; Immunization Services Division