CPT 90832 + ICD-10 F32.9: Major depressive disorder, single episode, unspecified
Psychotherapy, 30 minutes billed with Major depressive disorder, single episode, unspecified — documentation requirements, denial reasons, modifiers, and reimbursement context.
CPT Code
90832
Psychotherapy, 30 minutes
ICD-10 Code
F32.9
Major depressive disorder, single episode, unspecified
Common Modifiers
Compatibility Notes
Appropriate for brief check-in sessions with single-episode MDD patients. Common in integrated primary care behavioral health settings. Session time must fall within 16–37 minutes. For more complex or active MDD presentations, 90834 or 90837 is clinically preferable.
Documentation Required
- ✓Session start and stop times confirming 16–37 minutes
- ✓MDD single-episode diagnosis with current symptom summary
- ✓PHQ-9 or equivalent
- ✓Risk assessment for suicidal ideation
Common Denial Reasons
- ✗PHQ-9 severity inconsistent with brief session format
- ✗Session time outside 16–37 minute range
- ✗Notes lack individual clinical content
Applicable Modifiers
Reimbursement Notes
OON UCR $75–$125. Brief MDD sessions yield low reimbursement; upgrade to 90834 when sessions approach 38 minutes.
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