10 questions
Pneumococcal vaccines are payable once in a calendar year.
True
False
Pneumococcal vaccines are subject to coinsurance and deductible.
True
False
The correct administration code for the pneumococcal vaccine is:
G0008
G0009
The administration code is already included in the price of the vaccine code.
Medicare does not pay for the administration.
A physician is required to be present during the administration of the pneumococcal vaccination for the beneficiary to receive coverage under Medicare.
True
False
Separate roster bills must be submitted for influenza and pneumococcal vaccines for mass immunization.
True
False
An E/M visit can be billed on the same day as a PPV vaccine.
True
False
An E/M visit can be billed on the same day as a PPV vaccine.
True
False
If a beneficiary is uncertain about their pneumococcal vaccination history, Medicare will cover the revaccination.
True
False
A patient can receive an influenza vaccine and a PPV vaccine on the same day during the same visit.
True
False
The Medicare Part B payment allowance limits for seasonal influenza and pneumococcal vaccines are 85% of the Average Wholesale Price (AWP) as reflected in the published compendia except where the vaccine is furnished in a hospital outpatient department.
True
False