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National Drug Codes (NDCs) help accurately identify vaccines administered to patients, ensuring proper documentation and tracking.

Immunization is a key part of preventive healthcare, protecting individuals from vaccine-preventable illnesses before they occur. Vaccines improve overall health status and reduce healthcare costs over time, by reducing the risk of serious infections.

Immunization is one of the most effective ways to prevent the spread of communicable diseases, such as measles, influenza, and hepatitis. Vaccines reduce the chance of outbreaks and help protect those who cannot be vaccinated due to medical reasons, including other infectious diseases carriers who may transmit infections without showing symptoms.