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When billing for a DTaP immunization, the correct diagnosis code would be:

Answer: c

Diagnosis code V06.1 (need for prophylactic vaccination and inoculation against combination of diseases) is correct for DTaP since there is no other code that specifically states the combination of diphtheria, tetanus and acellular pertussis vaccine at this time.

Diagnosis code V05.8 (need for prophylactic vaccination and inoculation against a single disease) is appropriate to use when billing for a single disease such as HIB (Hemophilus influenza B).

NOTE: There are some third party carriers which require any services rendered as part of a "Well-Child" visit be coded with the V20.2 This may include the inoculations/vaccinations.

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