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what is the cpt code for the flu vaccine for medicare

by Magdalen Lesch DDS Published 2 years ago Updated 1 year ago
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Payment Allowances and Effective Dates for the 2019-2020 Flu Season:​ ​
CodeLabeler NameDrug Name
90662Sanofi PasteurFluzone High-Dose (2019/2020)
90672MedImmuneFluMist Quadrivalent (2019/2020)
90674SeqirusFlucelvax Quadrivalent (2019/2020) (Pres Free)
90682Sanofi PasteurFlublok Quadrivalent (2019/2020)
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Dec 22, 2021

How do I bill Medicare with a flu shot?

You may use roster billing format, or submit individual claims using the CMS-1500 form (PDF) or the 837P electronic format. CMS systems will accept roster bills for 1 or more patients that get the same type of shot on the same date of service.Sep 27, 2021

What is the difference between 90471 and G0008?

For vaccines given the same day as a G-Code vaccine, use 90471. For example, if a patient receives a flu shot and tetanus shot, you would bill G0008 for the flu vaccine and 90471 for the tetanus vaccine; also add modifier 59 (distinct procedural service) to the G code.Nov 5, 2019

Does Medicare pay CPT 90658?

Per the Food and Drug Administration's approved labeling, Fluzone High-Dose is only covered by Medicare for beneficiaries age 65 or older. Medicare's reimbursement is $11.37 for Fluzone, CPT 90658.

When do you use CPT code G0008?

Medicare
  1. G0008 Administration of Influenza Virus Vaccine.
  2. Q203x Influenza virus vaccine, split virus, when administered to individuals 3 years of age and older, for intramuscular use.

Is G0008 only for Medicare?

The HCPCS codes range Vaccine Administration G0008-G0010 is a standardized code set necessary for Medicare and other health insurance providers to provide healthcare claims.

Does Medicare reimburse G0008?

Effective March 1, 2003 HCPCS codes G0008, G0009, And G0010 should be reimbursed at the same rate as HCPCS code 9047.

What is the new CPT code for flu vaccine?

Do not report 90473 in conjunction with 90471. *90472 will only be used if another vaccine is given in addition to the flu vaccine.
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Vaccine CPT Code to ReportCPT Code Description
90688Influenza virus vaccine, quadrivalent (IIV4), split virus, 0.5 mL dosage, for intramuscular use
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Aug 31, 2021

What is CPT code G0009?

Administration of pneumococcal vaccine
Pneumococcal
HCPCS / CPTDescription
G0009Administration of pneumococcal vaccine (allowable same as
90670Pneumococcal conjugate vaccine, 13 valent, for intramuscular use
1 more row
Oct 13, 2021

What is the CPT code 90653?

CPT® Code 90653 in section: Influenza virus vaccine.

Does G0008 need modifier?

A modifier is not required. For example: Non-Medicare patient: 90658, 90732, 90471, 90472, 99213; Medicare patient: 90658, 90732, G0008, G0009, 99213.Feb 1, 2006

What is the CPT code for quadrivalent flu vaccine 2021?

90688=Inactivated Influenza Vaccine, quadrivalent (IIV4), split virus, 0.5-mL dosage, for intramuscular use. Source: 2021 CPT.

What is the administration code for 90715 for Medicare?

Tetanus and Diphtheria Vaccinations Billing Guidelines
CPT CodeDescription
90714Tetanus and diphtheria toxoids (Td) older than age 7
90715Tetanus, diphtheria toxoids and acellular pertussis vaccine (Tdap)
90471Immunization administration
90472Immunization administration
Aug 30, 2018

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