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2025 CPT code 90376

Administration of heat-treated rabies immune globulin (RIG-HT) for intramuscular or subcutaneous use.

Refer to the AMA CPT® guidelines for accurate coding and billing practices concerning immune globulins.Always include the administration code(s) (e.g., 96372) separately.

Modifiers may be applicable depending on the circumstances of the service, such as 52 (reduced services) or 25 (significant, separately identifiable E/M service by the same physician on the same day).Consult official guidelines for specific modifier usage.

Medical necessity is established by documented exposure to rabies, based on a history of contact with a rabid or potentially rabid animal.The administration of RIG-HT is indicated for post-exposure prophylaxis to prevent the development of rabies infection.

The provider administers the heat-treated rabies immune globulin (RIG-HT) injection, ensuring proper technique for intramuscular or subcutaneous administration.They are responsible for patient assessment, injection site selection, and monitoring for adverse reactions.

IMPORTANT Related codes include 90375 (Rabies immune globulin, human) and other codes for administration (e.g., 96372).

In simple words: This code covers giving a shot of a special medicine (heat-treated rabies immune globulin) to help protect someone who has been exposed to rabies. The shot is given either into a muscle or under the skin.

This CPT code reports the administration of heat-treated rabies immune globulin (RIG-HT), a human-derived immunoglobulin product, via intramuscular or subcutaneous injection.It's used for post-exposure prophylaxis against rabies, providing passive immunity.The code does not include the cost of the medication itself; separate codes are used for the administration and the medication.

Example 1: A patient presents after a bat bite. The physician administers 90376 (RIG-HT) along with the rabies vaccine (90675 or 90676), documenting the patient's history, assessment, and the administration procedure., A healthcare worker is exposed to rabies virus during a patient care incident.90376 is administered as part of a comprehensive post-exposure prophylaxis regimen including other vaccines and medications., Following an animal bite of uncertain rabies status, a healthcare provider administers 90376 (RIG-HT) with documentation of the animal exposure, patient's medical history, risk assessment, injection site and any adverse reactions.

*Detailed patient history including the nature of the rabies exposure (animal bite, scratch, mucous membrane contact).*Complete description of the animal involved (species, behaviour, vaccination status if known).*Documentation of the administration procedure, including the route of administration (IM or SC), amount administered, injection site, and any complications.*Patient's vital signs before and after the injection.*Informed consent documentation.

** This code only represents the administration of the medication.The cost of the medication itself is billed separately.Ensure accurate reporting of the specific product and dosage administered.

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