what is the icd-10 code for the senior flu shot extra strength

What is the extra strength flu shot for seniors?

Fluzone High-Dose Quadrivalent is the only licensed high-dose inactivated influenza (flu) vaccine; it is manufactured by Sanofi Pasteur Inc. Fluzone High-Dose Quadrivalent is a four-component (quadrivalent) flu vaccine approved for people 65 years and older.

What is the ICD 10 code for flu shot?

The ICD-10 code to use for flu vaccination is Z23, encounter for immunization. There are many CPT codes to describe influenza vaccine, varying by manufacturer, product and age group.

Are there 2 types of senior flu shots?

For 2021-2022, there are two influenza vaccines that are specifically approved for people aged 65 and older: Fluzone High-Dose Quadrivalent: This vaccine contains four times the amount of antigen, compared to Fluzone standard-dose. It is approved for adults age 65+.

How do you code a flu shot for Medicare?

G0008 administration of influenza virus vaccine.

What is the ICD-10 code for vaccine administration?

ICD-10 requires only one code (Z23) per vaccination, regardless if single or combination. Report Z23 for all vaccination diagnoses.

What is the ICD-10 code for immunizations?

ICD-10-CM Code for Encounter for immunization Z23.

What is the difference between the senior flu shot and the regular flu shot?

The high dose vaccine (brand name Fluzone High-Dose) contains four times the amount of antigen (the inactivated virus that promotes a protective immune response) as a regular flu shot. It is associated with a stronger immune response following vaccination (higher antibody production).

What is the difference between the over 65 and under 65 flu vaccine?

In response to a regular flu shot, older people produce 50% to 75% fewer antibodies, which protect against the vaccine antigens, than do younger adults. Studies have found higher antibody levels in older adults who received high-dose flu vaccines than in those who received standard-dose flu vaccines.

What is adjuvanted quadrivalent influenza vaccine?

Adjuvanted quadrivalent flu vaccine is approved for people 65 years and older. It is manufactured using an egg-based process (like most flu vaccines), and includes an adjuvant called MF59. An adjuvant is an ingredient added to a vaccine that helps create a stronger immune response to vaccination.

What is the Medicare code for 90471?

90471 One vaccine, single or combination vaccine/toxoid. Immunization administration (includes percutaneous, intradermal, subcutaneous or intramuscular injections).

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.

Can you claim flu shot on Medicare?

You can charge your patient for the cost of the influenza vaccine. You can't bill Medicare for the vaccine itself.