G2214 initial/sub psychiatric care m first 30
Also known as: psych intake, mental health start, behavioral health visit
Code for initiation or subsequent psychiatric care or mental health service in patient's first 30 minutes of contact.
In Plain Language
First mental health appointment; Psychiatric evaluation begun
Clinical Context
Used to report initial or follow-up psychiatric evaluation and management services, particularly for substance use disorders or mental health crises.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 0.77 |
| Total RVU | 0.77 |
Est. Medicare Payment
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Billing & Documentation
G-codes are CMS-specific HCPCS codes for services not covered by standard CPT. Documentation requirements follow the same standards as the equivalent CPT service. Check Medicare LCD/NCD policies for coverage criteria.
How This Code Compares
With a work RVU of 0.77, this code ranks in the 43rd percentile among G Codes codes — 1.3x below the median (0.97). The highest wRVU in this category is 20.41.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code G2214?
CPT G2214 (initial/sub psychiatric care m first 30) is a G Codes code. Code for initiation or subsequent psychiatric care or mental health service in patient's first 30 minutes of contact.
Who uses CPT code G2214?
CPT G2214 is used by Psychiatry, Behavioral Health, Emergency Medicine. Used to report initial or follow-up psychiatric evaluation and management services, particularly for substance use disorders or mental health crises.
When is CPT G2214 used?
Used to report initial or follow-up psychiatric evaluation and management services, particularly for substance use disorders or mental health crises.
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