Frequently Asked Questions
Does it cost anything to use the Florida SHOTS registry or have a child’s information in the registry?
There is no cost to access the registry or to have a child’s records maintained in the registry. All usage, training, and help desk support are absolutely free.
Does the registry only cover childhood vaccinations?
The targeted age group for Florida's Immunization Registry System is birth to 2 years of age. However, the registry contains immunization records for ages 0 to 22, and some adult immunizations (smallpox).
Which medical providers participate in Florida SHOTS?
The registry is linked at the local level with all modules of the Public Health Clinic Management System, including but not limited to billing, Healthy Start, TB, and case management. Additionally, there are more than a 1,000 private practices enrolled in the system.
What records are included in Florida SHOTS?
Immunization records for children who receive services at county health departments or from private providers who are using the system are included in the registry. Additionally, Florida SHOTS began loading birth records from the Office of Vital Statistics in January 2003. As of that date all children born in Florida have been automatically added to the system.
Is the Florida SHOTS registry HIPPA-exempt?
Yes, the Florida SHOTS registry is HIPAA-exempt. The information it contains is confidential and is only available to authorized professionals via a password-protected log in.
Who developed and maintains Florida SHOTS?
Florida SHOTS is a program of the Florida Department of Health Bureau of Immunization and is supported by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. The registry is authorized by Section 381.003, F.S.
