tci Part B Insider - 2008 Issue 44

Part B Coding Coach: Pay Attention to Preservatives, Payer on Flu Shots or Risk Denials

G codes will ensure that your Medicare claims process smoothlyRemember the different reporting rules for Medicare and private payers, or denials for your physician's vaccination services could leave you feeling queasy. Check out this primer on separating the coding rules for flu vaccinations.Check the Box for Preservative AnswersWhen reporting the flu vaccine supply, choose from either 90656 (Influenza virus vaccine, split virus, preservative free, when administered to individuals 3 years and older, for intramuscular use) or 90658 (Influenza virus vaccine, split virus, when administered to individuals 3 years and older, for intramuscular use), confirms Deb Chandler, BA, CPC...

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