Immunization not crd out due to unavailability of vaccine

This code signifies that a patient did not receive a recommended immunization because the specific vaccine was not obtainable at the time of the encounter. It reflects a supply-side issue preventing vaccination, rather than a patient refusal or medical contraindication.

Apply this code when a patient presents for a vaccination, but the healthcare facility is unable to administer it due to a documented shortage, backorder, or general unavailability of the required vaccine. This is appropriate for situations where the intent to vaccinate was present, but external factors prevented its execution.

• Ensure documentation clearly states the reason for non-administration was vaccine unavailability.
• Do not use this code if the patient refused the vaccine or if a medical contraindication existed.
• Consider using in conjunction with codes for the specific vaccine not administered, if applicable, to provide a complete picture.