96133 Nrpsyc tst evaluation phys/qhp each
Also known as: neuropsych testing extension, additional cognitive testing
Neuropsychological testing and evaluation by physician or qualified health professional for each additional hour.
In Plain Language
additional brain thinking testing
Clinical Context
Extended neuropsychological assessment when comprehensive evaluation of cognitive domains requires additional testing time.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 1.96 |
| Total RVU | 1.96 |
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 1.96, this code ranks in the 78th percentile among Medicine codes — 2.5x the median (0.78). The highest wRVU in this category is 23.92.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 96133?
CPT 96133 (Nrpsyc tst evaluation phys/qhp each) is a Medicine code. Neuropsychological testing and evaluation by physician or qualified health professional for each additional hour.
Who uses CPT code 96133?
CPT 96133 is used by Neuropsychology, Neurology, Psychology. Extended neuropsychological assessment when comprehensive evaluation of cognitive domains requires additional testing time.
When is CPT 96133 used?
Extended neuropsychological assessment when comprehensive evaluation of cognitive domains requires additional testing time.
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