90839 Psytx crisis initial 60 minutes
Also known as: Crisis therapy 60 min, Psychiatric emergency treatment, Crisis intervention
Psychotherapy for a crisis, initial 60 minutes of complex interactive treatment and stabilization in acute psychiatric emergency.
In Plain Language
Emergency counseling; Crisis support
Clinical Context
Provided by psychiatrists for acute psychiatric crises including suicidality, homicidality, or severe functional impairment requiring immediate stabilization.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 3.58 |
| Total RVU | 3.58 |
Est. Medicare Payment
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Billing & Documentation
Medicine section codes cover a wide range of non-surgical services. Documentation should include the clinical indication, procedure details, interpretation (if applicable), and any patient-specific findings.
How This Code Compares
With a work RVU of 3.58, this code ranks in the 88th percentile among Medicine codes — 4.6x the median (0.78). The highest wRVU in this category is 23.92.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 90839?
CPT 90839 (Psytx crisis initial 60 minutes) is a Medicine code. Psychotherapy for a crisis, initial 60 minutes of complex interactive treatment and stabilization in acute psychiatric emergency.
Who uses CPT code 90839?
CPT 90839 is used by Psychiatry, Emergency Medicine, Mental Health. Provided by psychiatrists for acute psychiatric crises including suicidality, homicidality, or severe functional impairment requiring immediate stabilization.
When is CPT 90839 used?
Provided by psychiatrists for acute psychiatric crises including suicidality, homicidality, or severe functional impairment requiring immediate stabilization.
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