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New Codes for Immunizations

October 4, 2021

Summary of the SARS-CoV-2 related CPT codes that have been approved for the CPT code set.

  • Sept. 3, 2021: Accepted eight Category I codes to report SARS-CoV-2 vaccine and immunization administration codes. Codes 91305, 0051A, 0052A and 0053A are used to report Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine and immunization administration for the tris-sucrose formulation. Codes 0004A and 0054A are used to report Pfizer COVID-19 immunization administration booster doses for both available formulations. Codes 91306 and 0064A are used to report Moderna COVID-19 vaccine and immunization administration booster doses. Appendix Q has been updated to reflect these additions. These codes were published on Sept. 3, 2021 and will be effective upon receiving Emergency Use Authorization or approval from the Food and Drug Administration.

Source: https://www.ama-assn.org/practice-management/cpt/covid-19-cpt-coding-and-guidance

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