Need for prophylactic vaccination and inoculation against diptheria-tetanus- pertussis with poliomyelitis [DTP + polio]

This code signifies the administrative encounter for a patient receiving a preventive vaccination against diphtheria, tetanus, pertussis, and poliomyelitis. It indicates the patient's need for immunization to protect against these four infectious diseases.

This code is used for routine well-child visits or other encounters where a DTP-polio combination vaccine is administered as part of a standard immunization schedule. It applies when the primary purpose of the visit is the prophylactic administration of this specific vaccine.

• Ensure the documentation clearly states the administration of a DTP-polio combination vaccine.
• This code is for the need for vaccination; a procedure code for the vaccine administration must also be reported.
• Do not use this code if the patient is presenting with symptoms of one of these diseases or for post-exposure prophylaxis.