The code for getting the flu vaccination is Z23, which is the same for any immunization.Feb 12, 2018
ICD-10 requires only one code (Z23) per vaccination, regardless if single or combination. Report Z23 for all vaccination diagnoses.
Inoculations and Vaccinations ICD-10-CM Coding Code Z23, which is used to identify encounters for inoculations and vaccinations, indicates that a patient is being seen to receive a prophylactic inoculation against a disease.
Do not report 90473 in conjunction with 90471. *90472 will only be used if another vaccine is given in addition to the flu vaccine....Vaccine CPT Code to ReportCPT Code Description90688Influenza virus vaccine, quadrivalent (IIV4), split virus, 0.5 mL dosage, for intramuscular use5 more rows•Aug 31, 2021
Other specified counselingICD-10 code Z71. 89 for Other specified counseling is a medical classification as listed by WHO under the range - Factors influencing health status and contact with health services .
The code Z71. 89 describes a circumstance which influences the patient's health status but not a current illness or injury. The code is unacceptable as a principal diagnosis.
The Z23 code includes the following note: “Code first any routine childhood examination.” Therefore, when you provide immunizations in conjunction with a well-child visit, a code for routine child health examination should be reported first, followed by Z23 for any immunizations.
Code Classification The code is exempt from present on admission (POA) reporting for inpatient admissions to general acute care hospitals. The code Z23 describes a circumstance which influences the patient's health status but not a current illness or injury. The code is unacceptable as a principal diagnosis.
Payment Allowances and Effective Dates for the 2020-2021 Flu Season:CodeLabeler NameVaccine Name90688Sanofi Pasteur SeqirusFluzone Quadrivalent (2020/2021) Afluria Quadrivalent (2020/2021)90756SeqirusFlucelvax Quadrivalent (2020/2021)9 more rows•Dec 22, 2021
If you administer an injection of the influenza vaccine only, report 90471. If you administer an influenza vaccine in addition to other vaccines, report the influenza injection with 90472. Note that code 90471 or 90473 cannot be reported in conjunction with 90460.Sep 20, 2021
Nix 90658 in 2011 CMS has created new HCPCS codes and payment allowances to replace 90658 (Influenza virus vaccine, split virus, when administered to individuals 3 years of age and older, for intramuscular use). Medicare will no longer pay for 90658 effective Jan.