2025 CPT code 90715

Intramuscular administration of tetanus, diphtheria toxoids, and acellular pertussis vaccine (Tdap) to individuals 7 years or older.

Report codes for vaccine administration and product separately. Check with individual payers for their specific guidelines on reporting vaccines administered during the same visit.

Modifier 25 might be required by some insurance companies for associated E/M codes.Modifier 51 is not applicable with vaccine administration codes.

Tdap vaccination is medically necessary for individuals 7 years or older to prevent tetanus, diphtheria, and pertussis, diseases that can cause serious health complications or death.Boosters are recommended at intervals to maintain immunity.Vaccination during pregnancy protects the newborn from pertussis.

The provider explains the immunization options, including risks and benefits, and administers the vaccine intramuscularly.

IMPORTANT Separate codes exist for combination vaccines. If a specific vaccine code is unavailable, use the unlisted procedure code.

In simple words: This code covers the shot given to protect against lockjaw (tetanus), diphtheria, and whooping cough (pertussis).The shot is given in the muscle for people 7 years or older.A separate code is used for the vaccine itself.

This CPT code, 90715, represents the intramuscular administration of a Tdap vaccine (tetanus, diphtheria toxoids, and acellular pertussis vaccine) to patients aged 7 years and older.The code encompasses the procedure of administering the vaccine, not the vaccine itself, which would require a separate code.This vaccine is a combination vaccine protecting against tetanus, diphtheria, and pertussis.Proper documentation should include the vaccine administered (manufacturer and lot number), the route of administration (intramuscular), and the patient's age and medical history.

Example 1: A 12-year-old patient receives a Tdap booster shot as part of their routine pre-teen vaccinations.The patient has no significant medical history., A 25-year-old pregnant woman receives a Tdap vaccine during her third trimester to protect her newborn from pertussis. The patient has no known allergies., A 60-year-old patient sustains a deep wound and receives a Tdap booster due to the increased risk of tetanus.

* Vaccine administered (manufacturer and lot number).* Route of administration (intramuscular).* Patient's age and medical history.* Any reactions to the vaccine.

** The code 90715 is for the administration of the vaccine only.A separate code is required to bill for the vaccine product itself (codes 90476-90759).

  • Revenue Code: T2D (OTHER TESTS - OTHER)
  • Payment Status: Active
  • Modifier TC rule: Not applicable
  • Specialties:Pediatrics, Family Medicine, Internal Medicine, Obstetrics/Gynecology
  • Place of Service:Office, Clinic, Hospital
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