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96127 Brief emotional/behav assmt

Medicine

Also known as: emotional screening, behavioral screening, brief psych screen, brief emotional behavioral assessment, PHQ screen, depression screen

Brief emotional or behavioral assessment screening with standardized instruments and interpretation.

Clinical Context

Quick standardized screening tool to identify emotional or behavioral concerns requiring further evaluation or intervention.

RVU Breakdown

Work RVU0.00
Practice Expense RVU0.14
Malpractice RVU0.01
Total RVU0.15

Est. Medicare Payment

$5.01

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

Specialties

PsychiatryPsychologyNeurology

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