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The Pediatric Pulse:
Utilization of Immunization Counseling Codes
without Administration (90482-90484)

Amid a dramatic rise in vaccine hesitancy and fear, immunization counseling remains a critical component of pediatric care, even when vaccines are not administered. This survey aims to better understand awareness and use of counseling-only billing codes (90482–90484), as well as barriers and opportunities to support practices. Your feedback will help guide NJAAP education, resources, and advocacy efforts with plans. Thank you!
1.Which of the following best describes you?(Required.)
2.What is the name and location (zip code) of your practice/organization? (List all that apply)(Required.)
3.What type of pediatric practice do you work with?
(Check all that apply)(Required.)
4.What percentage of your patient population is covered by Medicaid/CHIP?(Required.)
5.Which insurance plans do you currently accept?
(Check all that apply)(Required.)
6.Are you aware of the immunization counseling codes 90482–90484 (for counseling without vaccine administration)?(Required.)
7.How often does your practice currently utilize codes 90482–90484?(Required.)
8.If applicable, when do you use these codes?
(Select all that apply)(Required.)
9.Do the codes get paid by insurance plans?(Required.)
10.Which plans have you seen the most denials / lack of payment from?
(Select all that apply)(Required.)
11.What are the main barriers to using these codes?
(Select all that apply)(Required.)
12.What would help your practice better utilize these codes?
(Select all that apply)(Required.)
13.Is there anything else you'd like us to know about your experience with these codes or would you like to provide any examples?
14.Please provide your name and contact information if you're open to follow-up discussions regarding this topic:
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