icd 10 code for zostavax vaccine

by Dr. Maia Simonis PhD 9 min read

Medicaid Billing
ICD-10-CM diagnosis code required for billing is Z23 - Encounter for immunization.
Feb 7, 2018

What is the ICD-10 code for Shingrix vaccine?

The CPT® code for Shingrix is 90750, and of course, there is only one ICD-10 code to remember for immunizations, Z23. The patient needs two doses, separated by at least 2 months.

What is the age limit for CPT code 90750?

POLICY Shingrix (90750) (zoster vaccine) does not require a prior authorization for ages 50 and above. Zostavax (90736) (zoster vaccine) does not require a prior authorization for ages 60 and above.

When do you use code Z23?

encounter for a vaccinationCode Z23 is used to indicate any encounter for a vaccination. The procedure codes are used to identify the type of the immunization given and how it was administered. All Z codes must be accompanied by a corresponding procedure code.

What is the diagnostic code for shingles?

ICD-10-CM Code for Zoster [herpes zoster] B02.

What is the CPT code for Zostavax?

Billing Guidelines: Zoster Vaccine Recombinant, Adjuvanted, Suspension for Intramuscular Injection (Shingrix) CPT code 90750.

Is Zostavax a live vaccine?

Zostavax is a live virus vaccine. It can be administered concurrently with all other live and inactivated vaccines, including those routinely recommended for people 60 years old and older, such as influenza and pneumococcal vaccines.

What is a Z23 immunization?

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. If the immunization is given during a routine preventive health care examination, Code Z23 would be a secondary code.

Is Z23 a primary diagnosis?

Z23 may be used as a primary diagnosis for immunizations in the OP and physician setting.

Is Z23 a billable code?

Z23 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes. The 2022 edition of ICD-10-CM Z23 became effective on October 1, 2021.

What is the ICD 10 code for varicella zoster?

B01. 9 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes. The 2022 edition of ICD-10-CM B01.

What is the ICD 10 code for rash?

ICD-10 code R21 for Rash and other nonspecific skin eruption is a medical classification as listed by WHO under the range - Symptoms, signs and abnormal clinical and laboratory findings, not elsewhere classified .

What is the ICD 10 code for neuropathic pain?

2: Neuralgia and neuritis, unspecified.

What is the age for CPT 90700?

90700 diphtheria, tetanus toxoids, acellular pertussis vaccine (DtaP), when administered to individuals younger than 7 years, for intramuscular use.

What is the CPT code for Tdap vaccine?

Medical providers who “buy and bill” for the Tdap vaccine should use the Current Procedural Terminology (CPT) code 90715. For administration of the vaccine, providers should bill CPT code 90471 or 90472, as appropriate.

What is the CPT code for zoster vaccine?

Providers must bill with CPT code: 90750 - Zoster (shingles) vaccine, (HZV), recombinant, sub-unit, adjuvanted, for intramuscular injection.

Is 90714 covered by Medicare?

Claims for CPT codes 90702, 90714, J1670 are payable under Medicare Part B in the following places of service: office (11), urgent care facility (20) , nursing facility (32), and independent clinic (49).

Indications and Usage For Zostavax

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Zostavax® is a live attenuated virus vaccine indicated for prevention of herpes zoster (shingles) in individuals 50 years of age and older. Limitations of Use of Zostavax: 1. Zostavax is not indicated for the treatment of zoster or postherpetic neuralgia (PHN). 2. Zostavax is not indicated for prevention of primary varicella i
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Dosage Forms and Strengths

  • Zostavax is a lyophilized preparation of live, attenuated varicella-zoster virus (Oka/Merck) to be reconstituted with sterile diluent to give a single dose suspension with a minimum of 19,400 PFU (plaque forming units) when stored at room temperature for up to 30 minutes.
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Contraindications

  • Hypersensitivity
    Do not administer Zostavax to individuals with a history of anaphylactic/anaphylactoid reaction to gelatin, neomycin or any other component of the vaccine. Neomycin allergy manifested as contact dermatitis is not a contraindication to receiving this vaccine. {1}
  • Immunosuppression
    Do not administer Zostavax to individuals who are immunodeficient or immunosuppressed due to disease or therapy, as serious or fatal disseminated vaccine strain varicella-zoster virus disease may occur. Causes of immunodeficiency or immunosuppression may include, but are not limite…
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Warnings and Precautions

  • Hypersensitivity Reactions
    Serious adverse reactions, including anaphylaxis, have occurred with Zostavax. Adequate treatment provisions, including epinephrine injection (1:1,000), should be available for immediate use should an anaphylactic/anaphylactoid reaction occur.
  • Transmission of Vaccine Virus
    Transmission of vaccine virus may occur between vaccinees and susceptible contacts.
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Adverse Reactions

  • The most frequent adverse reactions, reported in ≥1% of subjects vaccinated with Zostavax, were headache and injection-site reactions.
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Drug Interactions

  • Concomitant Administration with Other Vaccines
    In a randomized clinical study, a reduced immune response to Zostavax as measured by gpELISA was observed in individuals who received concurrent administration of PNEUMOVAX® 23 and Zostavax compared with individuals who received these vaccines 4 weeks apart. Consider admi…
  • Antiviral Medications
    Concurrent administration of Zostavax and antiviral medications known to be effective against VZV has not been evaluated.
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Use in Specific Populations

  • Pregnancy
    Risk Summary Zostavax is contraindicated for use in pregnant women because the vaccine contains live, attenuated varicella-zoster virus, and it is known that wild-type varicella-zoster virus, if acquired during pregnancy, can cause congenital varicella syndrome [see Contraindications (4…
  • Lactation
    Risk Summary It is not known whether varicella-zoster vaccine virus is excreted in human milk. The developmental and health benefits of breastfeeding should be considered along with the mother's clinical need for Zostavax, and any potential adverse effects on the breastfed child fro…
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Zostavax Description

  • Zostavax is a lyophilized preparation of the Oka/Merck strain of live, attenuated varicella-zoster virus (VZV). Zostavax, when reconstituted as directed, is a sterile suspension for subcutaneous administration. Each 0.65-mL dose contains a minimum of 19,400 PFU (plaque-forming units) of Oka/Merck strain of VZV when reconstituted and stored at room temperature for up to 30 minut…
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Zostavax - Clinical Pharmacology

  • Mechanism of Action
    The risk of developing zoster appears to be related to a decline in VZV-specific immunity. Zostavax was shown to boost VZV-specific immunity, which is thought to be the mechanism by which it protects against zoster and its complications. [See Clinical Studies (14).] Herpes zoster …
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Nonclinical Toxicology

  • Carcinogenesis, Mutagenesis, Impairment of Fertility
    Zostavax has not been evaluated for its carcinogenic or mutagenic potential, or its potential to impair fertility.
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