90846 Family psytx without pt 50 minutes
Also known as: Family therapy without patient, Family systems therapy, Collateral family therapy
Family psychotherapy without patient present, 50 minutes of therapeutic interaction focused on family systems and dynamics.
In Plain Language
Family counseling; Family meeting
Clinical Context
Provided to family members without the identified patient present to address family dynamics, communication patterns, and environmental factors affecting treatment.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 2.74 |
| Total RVU | 2.74 |
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 2.74, this code ranks in the 85th percentile among Medicine codes — 3.5x the median (0.78). The highest wRVU in this category is 23.92.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 90846?
CPT 90846 (Family psytx without pt 50 minutes) is a Medicine code. Family psychotherapy without patient present, 50 minutes of therapeutic interaction focused on family systems and dynamics.
Who uses CPT code 90846?
CPT 90846 is used by Psychiatry, Mental Health, Family Medicine. Provided to family members without the identified patient present to address family dynamics, communication patterns, and environmental factors affecting treatment.
When is CPT 90846 used?
Provided to family members without the identified patient present to address family dynamics, communication patterns, and environmental factors affecting treatment.
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