CPT Code 96146: Psychological testing automated, with results

When to Use CPT 96146

Use CPT code 96146 when billing for psychological testing automated, with results. This code is used by licensed therapists (LCSW, LPC, MFT, Psychologist) for outpatient sessions.

Adding CPT 96146 to a Superbill

When generating a superbill with CPT 96146, 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.

Common ICD-10 Pairings

These diagnosis codes are frequently used alongside CPT 96146:

Documentation Requirements

Document the automated instrument used, clinical rationale for its selection, and how results were interpreted and applied to treatment planning.

Common Denial Reasons

• ✗ No clinical rationale documented for the automated testing
• ✗ Results not interpreted by a qualified provider in the record
• ✗ Billed alongside face-to-face administration codes for the same instrument

Reimbursement Expectations

OON reimbursement typically 40-60% of UCR. Expect $20-$60 for automated testing.