CPT 90839
CPT Code 90839: Psychotherapy for crisis, first 60 min
Duration
60 min
Typical Fee
$150-$280
Type
Outpatient therapy
Note: For psychiatric crisis situations.
When to Use CPT 90839
Use CPT code 90839 when billing for psychotherapy for crisis, first 60 min. This code is used by licensed therapists (LCSW, LPC, MFT, Psychologist) for outpatient sessions.
Adding CPT 90839 to a Superbill
When generating a superbill with CPT 90839, 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.