96130 Psycl tst evaluation phys/qhp first
Also known as: psychological evaluation, psych testing, personality testing
Psychological testing and evaluation by physician or qualified health professional for first hour, including case review and interpretation.
In Plain Language
personality and thinking test
Clinical Context
Comprehensive psychological evaluation including personality assessment, intelligence testing, and emotional functioning by qualified healthcare provider.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 2.56 |
| Total RVU | 2.56 |
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 2.56, this code ranks in the 84th percentile among Medicine codes — 3.3x the median (0.78). The highest wRVU in this category is 23.92.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 96130?
CPT 96130 (Psycl tst evaluation phys/qhp first) is a Medicine code. Psychological testing and evaluation by physician or qualified health professional for first hour, including case review and interpretation.
Who uses CPT code 96130?
CPT 96130 is used by Psychiatry, Psychology, Neurology. Comprehensive psychological evaluation including personality assessment, intelligence testing, and emotional functioning by qualified healthcare provider.
When is CPT 96130 used?
Comprehensive psychological evaluation including personality assessment, intelligence testing, and emotional functioning by qualified healthcare provider.
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