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90853 Group psychotherapy

Medicine

Also known as: Group therapy, Group psychotherapy, Group counseling

Group psychotherapy, therapeutic session with multiple individual patients in a group format for shared treatment and mutual support.

Clinical Context

Therapeutic intervention for psychiatric disorders delivered to groups of 2 or more unrelated individuals for mutual support, skill development, and shared problem-solving.

RVU Breakdown

Work RVU0.67
Practice Expense RVU0.23
Malpractice RVU0.01
Total RVU0.91

Est. Medicare Payment

$30.39

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

Specialties

PsychiatryMental HealthGroup Therapy

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