CPT® Code 90707

The CPT® Code 90707 refers to the Measles, Mumps, and Rubella virus vaccine (MMR), which is administered via subcutaneous injection. This vaccine is designed to provide active, long-term immunity against these three viral infections by introducing altered, non-virulent forms of the viruses into the recipient's body. Unlike immune globulins that offer short-term, passive immunity, vaccines like the MMR stimulate the immune system to produce its own antibodies. This process enables the body to "remember" how to generate these antibodies upon future exposure to the actual viruses, thereby providing protection against the diseases. The MMR vaccine contains live, attenuated viruses, meaning that the viruses have been weakened to the point where they can still provoke an immune response without causing the diseases themselves. The use of this vaccine is crucial in preventing outbreaks of measles, mumps, and rubella, which can lead to serious health complications. It is important to note that this code specifically reports the vaccine product used, distinguishing it from other related vaccines, such as the MMRV vaccine, which also includes protection against the varicella virus (chickenpox).