90461 Intramuscular administration each additional component
Also known as: vaccine admin additional, extra vaccine component
Immunization administration of each additional vaccine component when multiple vaccines or components are administered.
In Plain Language
additional vaccine shot; extra immunization
Clinical Context
Add-on code for each additional vaccine component administered in same encounter, used with base immunization administration code.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 0.18 |
| Total RVU | 0.18 |
Est. Medicare Payment
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
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
With a work RVU of 0.18, this code ranks in the 10th percentile among Medicine codes — 4.3x below the median (0.78). The highest wRVU in this category is 23.92.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 90461?
CPT 90461 (Intramuscular administration each additional component) is a Medicine code. Immunization administration of each additional vaccine component when multiple vaccines or components are administered.
Who uses CPT code 90461?
CPT 90461 is used by Family Medicine, Pediatrics, Internal Medicine. Add-on code for each additional vaccine component administered in same encounter, used with base immunization administration code.
When is CPT 90461 used?
Add-on code for each additional vaccine component administered in same encounter, used with base immunization administration code.
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