90281 Human ig intramuscular
Also known as: human IG IM, immunoglobulin injection
Human immunoglobulin injection administered by intramuscular route for passive immunity and disease prevention.
In Plain Language
antibody injection in muscle; immune protein shot
Clinical Context
Used for passive immunization against infectious diseases and for treatment of immunodeficiency disorders via intramuscular administration.
RVU Information
CPT 90281 does not have a physician work RVU assigned by CMS. Reimbursement for this code is determined by payer-specific fee schedules.
Billing & Documentation
Medicine section codes cover a wide range of non-surgical services. Documentation should include the clinical indication, procedure details, interpretation (if applicable), and any patient-specific findings.
How This Code Compares
This code has a work RVU of 0.00, meaning it does not have a physician work component assigned by CMS. In the Medicine category, 34% of codes share this characteristic.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 90281?
CPT 90281 (Human ig intramuscular) is a Medicine code. Human immunoglobulin injection administered by intramuscular route for passive immunity and disease prevention.
Who uses CPT code 90281?
CPT 90281 is used by Immunology, Infectious Disease, Family Medicine. Used for passive immunization against infectious diseases and for treatment of immunodeficiency disorders via intramuscular administration.
When is CPT 90281 used?
Used for passive immunization against infectious diseases and for treatment of immunodeficiency disorders via intramuscular administration.
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