One of the 13 major operating components of the Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS), which is the principal agency in the U.S. government for protecting the health and safety of all Americans and for providing essential human services, especially for those people who are least able to help themselves. Founded in 1946 to control malaria and to prevent and control infectious and chronic diseases, injuries, workplace hazards, disabilities, and environmental health threats. CDC applies research and findings to improve people’s daily lives and responds to health emergencies. CDC is committed to achieving true improvements in people’s health. To do this, the agency is defining specific health impact goals to prioritize and focus its work and investments and measure progress. CDC maintains several code sets included in the HIPAA standards including the ICD-9-CM codes.