A child is being seen for immunizations. The first immunization is a subcutaneous injection of live varicella virus, and the other is a subcutaneous administration of live poliovirus. Select the appropriate ICD-10-CM and CPT code(s):

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The correct ICD-10-CM code for an encounter for immunization is Z23. The CPT code 90716 is for the varicella virus vaccine, and 90713 is for the poliovirus vaccine, both administered subcutaneously. The code 90471 is used for the first vaccine administration, and 90472 is for each additional vaccine administration when given via a different route than the first. Since both vaccines are administered subcutaneously, this coding sequence correctly reflects the services provided.

A Child Is Being Seen for Immunizations