G0009 - Administration of pneumococcal vaccine
Healthcare Common Procedure Coding System
What is a HCPCS Code?
HCPCS (Healthcare Common Procedure Coding System) codes are used to identify medical procedures, supplies, and services for billing purposes. These codes help standardize how healthcare services are reported and billed across different providers and insurance companies.
Detailed Description
This code represents the service of giving a pneumococcal vaccine to a patient. The pneumococcal vaccine helps protect against pneumococcal disease, which can cause serious infections like pneumonia, meningitis, and bloodstream infections. This code covers the healthcare provider's service of administering the vaccine, including the injection itself and any associated clinical activities.
Additional Information
This code covers only the administration service; the vaccine product itself may be billed separately. Pneumococcal vaccines are recommended for certain age groups and high-risk individuals according to CDC guidelines.
Category
Preventive Care/Immunization
Medical Specialty
Primary Care, Internal Medicine, Family Medicine
Expected Costs
Your actual cost will depend on your insurance coverage, provider location, and specific circumstances.
What's Required Before This
- Medical evaluation to determine vaccine appropriateness
- Review of vaccination history
- Assessment for contraindications
What to Expect After
- Monitor for immediate adverse reactions
- Document vaccination in medical records
- Provide vaccination card/record to patient
Why Understanding This Code Matters
On Your Medical Bill
This code appears on your medical bills to identify the specific service, procedure, drug, or medical diagnosis you received. Understanding what it means helps you verify you're being charged correctly and know what to expect.
For Your Health
Knowing what this code represents helps you understand your treatment plan, ask better questions during appointments, and track your healthcare journey more effectively.
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