IIS Policies: Arkansas

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 Arkansas.
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General Information

Arkansas's IIS is called 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 WebIZ. For more information, please see Arkansas Code Annotated § 20-15-1202(a)(1) and § 20-15-1202(c).

Child Consent to Participate

For children, 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 Arkansas State Board of Health Rules and Regulations Pertaining to Immunization Reporting § IV(A)(1).

Adult Consent to Participate

For adults, 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 Arkansas State Board of Health Rules and Regulations Pertaining to Immunization Reporting § IV(A)(2).

Provider Reporting

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

  • Applies only to a subset of vaccine recipients.

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For more information, please see Arkansas Code Annotated § 20-15-1203(a)(2) and § 20-15-1203(a)(3).

Data Sharing

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

  • Requires a data use/sharing agreement or memorandum of understanding.

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For more information, please see Arkansas Code Annotated § 20-15-1202(d).
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Content Source:
National Center for Immunization and Respiratory Diseases; Immunization Services Division