Is there a universal influenza vaccine?
In May 2018, NIAID launched a Phase 2 clinical trial of a universal influenza vaccine called M-001. The vaccine, which was developed and produced by BiondVax Pharmaceuticals based in Ness Ziona, Israel, contains antigenic peptide sequences shared among many different influenza strains.
What is intended to be universal about a universal flu vaccine?
A universal flu vaccine is a flu vaccine that is effective against all influenza strains regardless of the virus sub type, antigenic drift or antigenic shift. Hence it should not require modification from year to year.
How are flu shots coded in 2020?
90686, “Influenza virus vaccine, quadrivalent (IIV4), split virus, preservative free, 0.5 mL dosage, for intramuscular use.”
What viruses will the 2019/2020 flu vaccines protect against?
For 2019-2020, trivalent (three-component) vaccines are recommended to contain: A/Brisbane/02/2018 (H1N1)pdm09-like virus (updated) A/Kansas/14/2017 (H3N2)-like virus (updated) B/Colorado/06/2017-like (Victoria lineage) virus.
Why do we need a universal flu vaccine?
A universal influenza vaccine represents a game changer that could take the threat of both seasonal and pandemic influenza “off the table,” according to a November 2021 report, one of four from the National Academy of Medicine (NAM) on how to prepare for an influenza pandemic with lessons learned from COVID-19.
What company is working on universal flu vaccine?
In September, Pfizer announced the beginning of a phase 1 human trial of an mRNA flu vaccine for adults, marking the drug maker’s first mRNA-based flu program. It is a so-called quadrivalent vaccine, like those administered to the public today, targeting four different flu variants.
Who owns flu vaccine?
Influenza Vaccine for the 2021-2022 Season
| Manufacturer | Total Number of Lots Released by FDA |
|---|---|
| Fluad Quadrivalent Seqirus, Inc. | 24 |
| Fluarix Quadrivalent GlaxoSmithKline Biologicals | 43 |
| Flublok Quadrivalent Protein Sciences Corporation | 57 |
| Flucelvax Quadrivalent Seqirus, Inc. | 59 |
What is the new CPT code for flu vaccine 2021 2022?
Flu Vaccine Administration Coding +90472 Immunization administration (includes percutaneous, intradermal, subcutaneous, or intramuscular injections); each additional vaccine (single or combination vaccine/toxoid) (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure).
Who manufactures the flu vaccine 2020?
TABLE 1. Influenza vaccines — United States, 2020–21 influenza season*
| Trade name (Manufacturer) | Presentation | Route |
|---|---|---|
| Afluria Quadrivalent (Seqirus) | 5.0-mL MDV§ | IM¶ |
| Fluarix Quadrivalent (GlaxoSmithKline) | 0.5-mL PFS | IM¶ |
| FluLaval Quadrivalent (GlaxoSmithKline) | 0.5-mL PFS | IM¶ |
| Fluzone Quadrivalent (Sanofi Pasteur) | 0.5-mL PFS** | IM¶ |