90834 Psytx w pt 45 minutes
Also known as: Psychotherapy 45 minutes, Individual therapy 45 min, Therapy session 45 min
Psychotherapy with patient for 45 minutes of direct face-to-face therapeutic interaction without medical evaluation and management services.
Clinical Context
Provided by psychiatrists or other qualified mental health professionals for ongoing psychotherapeutic treatment with adequate time for therapeutic work.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 2.56 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 0.83 |
| Malpractice RVU | 0.02 |
| Total RVU | 3.41 |
Est. Medicare Payment
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Specialties
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