96171 Hlth bhv ivntj fam without pt each
Medicine
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Also known as: caregiver coaching extension, additional family caregiver counseling
Health behavior intervention (counseling and intervention) for families without patient present, each additional 15-minute increment.
Clinical Context
Extended health behavior intervention with family/caregivers when additional time is needed for comprehensive caregiver counseling.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 0.54 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 0.24 |
| Malpractice RVU | 0.03 |
| Total RVU | 0.81 |
Est. Medicare Payment
$27.05
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Specialties
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