Immun Admin, 1st Vac

Administering the first dose of a vaccine, marking the initial step in the vaccination process.

CPT code:

90471

Category:

Category I

Section:

Medicine

Specialty:

Immunization Administration for Vaccines/Toxoids

Type:

Procedure

CPT code 90471 involves the administration of the first dose of a vaccine, marking the initial step in the vaccination process. This procedure emphasizes the importance of the first vaccine dose in initiating protection against specific diseases, setting the foundation for comprehensive immunization.

Under what category does Immun Admin, 1st Vac fall?

Category I

What is the billing unit for Immun Admin, 1st Vac?

Per Encounter

Modifiers

Clinical use

Administration of the first vaccine, excluding the influenza vaccine

Documentation

Immunization administration through 18 years of age and via any route of administration, with counseling by physician or other qualified healthcare professional; first vaccine/toxoid component.