90472 Immunization administration each add
Also known as: additional vaccine admin, extra immunization
Immunization administration for each additional vaccine component or antigen when multiple vaccines given in same encounter.
In Plain Language
extra vaccine shot; additional immunization
Clinical Context
Add-on code for each additional vaccine administered in same encounter, used with base immunization administration code.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 0.15 |
| Total RVU | 0.15 |
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 0.15, this code ranks in the 5th percentile among Medicine codes — 5.2x below the median (0.78). The highest wRVU in this category is 23.92.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 90472?
CPT 90472 (Immunization administration each add) is a Medicine code. Immunization administration for each additional vaccine component or antigen when multiple vaccines given in same encounter.
Who uses CPT code 90472?
CPT 90472 is used by Family Medicine, Pediatrics, Internal Medicine. Add-on code for each additional vaccine administered in same encounter, used with base immunization administration code.
When is CPT 90472 used?
Add-on code for each additional vaccine administered in same encounter, used with base immunization administration code.
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