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90838 Psytx w pt w e/m 60 minutes

Medicine

Also known as: Psychotherapy with E/M 60 minutes, Therapy with medical services 60 min

Psychotherapy with patient for 60 minutes of direct face-to-face therapeutic interaction with concurrent medical evaluation and management services.

Clinical Context

Provided by psychiatrists for comprehensive psychotherapy combined with medical assessment and medication management in 60-minute sessions.

RVU Breakdown

Work RVU2.86
Practice Expense RVU1.11
Malpractice RVU0.12
Total RVU4.09

Est. Medicare Payment

$136.61

National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).

Specialties

PsychiatryMental Health

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CPT® is a registered trademark of the American Medical Association. Data sourced from CMS Physician Fee Schedule RVU26A. Descriptions, synonyms, and clinical context are original content by RVU Edge.