2025 CPT code 90662
(Active) Effective Date: N/A Revision Date: N/A Vaccines - Influenza Virus Vaccines Medicine Services and Procedures > Vaccines, Toxoids Feed
Influenza virus vaccine (IIV), split virus, preservative-free, enhanced immunogenicity via increased antigen content, for intramuscular use.
Modifiers may be applicable to indicate certain circumstances of the administration (e.g., administration in a different setting, different services performed). Refer to the AMA CPT manual for specific guidance.
Annual influenza vaccination is a medically necessary preventive measure to reduce the risk of influenza infection, particularly for high-risk individuals (elderly, immunocompromised, those with chronic medical conditions).
The physician's responsibility includes patient preparation, intramuscular injection of the vaccine, post-injection monitoring for adverse reactions, patient education about the vaccine, potential side effects and aftercare instructions.
In simple words: This code covers a flu shot given as a muscle injection. It's a specific type of flu vaccine that doesn't contain preservatives and offers stronger protection.
This CPT code reports the administration of an influenza virus vaccine that is a split virus, preservative-free, and has enhanced immunogenicity due to increased antigen content.The vaccine is administered intramuscularly.This code should be used in conjunction with an immunization administration code (e.g., G0008), and modifier 51 should not be used with this vaccine code when reported with administration codes. Separate codes exist for combination vaccines. If a specific vaccine code isn't available, use an unlisted procedure code until a new code is available.
Example 1: A 65-year-old patient presents for their annual influenza vaccination. The physician administers the Fluzone High-Dose Trivalent vaccine (90662) intramuscularly.Appropriate documentation includes the patient's medical history, the type of vaccine administered, the administration route, and date of service., A 70-year-old patient with a history of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) receives the Fluzone High-Dose Trivalent vaccine (90662) intramuscularly during a routine visit to their physician's office. The physician documents the patient's health status, the reason for the vaccination, and the administration details., A healthy 35-year-old patient receives the Fluzone High-Dose Trivalent vaccine (90662) intramuscularly at their workplace flu clinic. The administering physician documents patient consent, vaccine details, and administration method.
* Patient demographics* Date of service* Vaccine administered (manufacturer, type, lot number)* Route of administration (intramuscular)* Site of injection* Physician signature* Patient consent (if applicable)* Any adverse reactions following the injection* Counseling provided to the patient regarding the vaccine, potential side effects, and aftercare instructions.
** Accurate coding requires precise documentation of the vaccine administered.Always refer to the most up-to-date CPT codebook and payer guidelines for reimbursement policies.
- Revenue Code: O1G (Influenza Immunization)
- RVU: The relative value units (RVUs) for this code will vary based on several factors including geographic location, practice expense, and physician work.Consult the CMS website and relevant payer guidelines for current RVU values and reimbursement rates.
- Payment Status: Active
- Modifier TC rule: This code does not have a technical component (TC) modifier associated with it.
- Fee Schedule : Historical fee schedules vary based on location and payer.Consult payer-specific fee schedules for historical data.
- Specialties:Family Medicine, Internal Medicine, Geriatrics, Infectious Disease, Occupational Medicine
- Place of Service:Office, Clinic, Hospital Outpatient Department, Mobile Unit, Other Place of Service