CPT 90838
CPT Code 90838: Psychotherapy add-on, 60 min (with E/M)
Duration
60 min
Typical Fee
$120-$200
Type
Outpatient therapy
Note: Add-on to E/M service.
When to Use CPT 90838
Use CPT code 90838 when billing for psychotherapy add-on, 60 min (with e/m). This code is used by licensed therapists (LCSW, LPC, MFT, Psychologist) for outpatient sessions.
Adding CPT 90838 to a Superbill
When generating a superbill with CPT 90838, include the ICD-10 diagnosis code, date of service, fee charged, amount paid, and your NPI number. Superbilled pre-fills common therapy CPT codes automatically.