90863 Pharmacologic management with psytx
Also known as: Medication management with therapy, Psychopharmacology, Combined medication and therapy
Pharmacologic management of psychiatric illness with concurrent psychotherapy, medication review and adjustment combined with psychotherapeutic interaction.
In Plain Language
Medicine management with counseling; Psychiatric medication and therapy
Clinical Context
Psychiatric treatment combining medication monitoring and adjustment with psychotherapeutic intervention for optimal management of psychiatric disorders.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 0.48 |
| Total RVU | 0.48 |
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 0.48, this code ranks in the 31st percentile among Medicine codes — 1.6x below the median (0.78). The highest wRVU in this category is 23.92.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 90863?
CPT 90863 (Pharmacologic management with psytx) is a Medicine code. Pharmacologic management of psychiatric illness with concurrent psychotherapy, medication review and adjustment combined with psychotherapeutic interaction.
Who uses CPT code 90863?
CPT 90863 is used by Psychiatry, Psychopharmacology, Mental Health. Psychiatric treatment combining medication monitoring and adjustment with psychotherapeutic intervention for optimal management of psychiatric disorders.
When is CPT 90863 used?
Psychiatric treatment combining medication monitoring and adjustment with psychotherapeutic intervention for optimal management of psychiatric disorders.
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