S9484 Crisis intervention per hour
Also known as: crisis intervention, mental health crisis service, crisis stabilization
Crisis intervention or stabilization services provided on a per-hour basis by trained mental health professionals.
In Plain Language
mental health crisis help; emergency mental health service; crisis support
Clinical Context
Provided for acute psychiatric emergencies, suicidal or homicidal ideation, severe anxiety, or acute behavioral disturbance to prevent hospitalization.
RVU Information
CPT S9484 does not have a physician work RVU assigned by CMS. This is typical for supply, drug, and equipment codes — reimbursement is based on Average Sales Price (ASP), fee schedules, or payer contracts rather than the RVU system.
Billing & Documentation
S-codes are used by private payers (not Medicare) for services without a standard CPT or HCPCS code. Coverage varies significantly between insurers. Verify payer acceptance before billing and document medical necessity thoroughly.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code S9484?
CPT S9484 (Crisis intervention per hour) is a S Codes code. Crisis intervention or stabilization services provided on a per-hour basis by trained mental health professionals.
Is S9484 covered by insurance?
S9484 is a temporary HCPCS code. Coverage varies by payer and may change when permanent codes are assigned. Provided for acute psychiatric emergencies, suicidal or homicidal ideation, severe anxiety, or acute behavioral disturbance to prevent hospitalization.
When is CPT S9484 used?
Provided for acute psychiatric emergencies, suicidal or homicidal ideation, severe anxiety, or acute behavioral disturbance to prevent hospitalization.
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