90847 Family psytx with pt 50 minutes
Also known as: Family therapy with patient, Family systems therapy, Conjoint family therapy, family psychotherapy with patient, family therapy
Family psychotherapy with patient present, 50 minutes of therapeutic interaction including the identified patient and family members.
In Plain Language
Family counseling; Family therapy session
Clinical Context
Provided to patient and family members together to improve family communication, relationships, and environmental support for psychiatric treatment.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 2.86 |
| Total RVU | 2.86 |
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 2.86, this code ranks in the 85th percentile among Medicine codes — 3.7x the median (0.78). The highest wRVU in this category is 23.92.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 90847?
CPT 90847 (Family psytx with pt 50 minutes) is a Medicine code. Family psychotherapy with patient present, 50 minutes of therapeutic interaction including the identified patient and family members.
Who uses CPT code 90847?
CPT 90847 is used by Psychiatry, Mental Health, Family Medicine. Provided to patient and family members together to improve family communication, relationships, and environmental support for psychiatric treatment.
When is CPT 90847 used?
Provided to patient and family members together to improve family communication, relationships, and environmental support for psychiatric treatment.
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