CDC: in-office flu shot cost far exceeds Medicare payment

Article Overview

This article reviews CDC research on the cost of furnishing influenza vaccine services in medical practices and compares those costs with Medicare payment in the 2003 physician fee schedule. It is relevant for physicians, coders, billers, and practice managers who handle vaccine administration claims, reimbursement analysis, and influenza season workflow. The article also touches on broader operational topics such as practice size, billing efficiency, roster billing, and when flu shots are more practical to provide in conjunction with another visit.