CPT 90847 + ICD-10 F31.9: Bipolar disorder, unspecified
Family psychotherapy with patient present billed with Bipolar disorder, unspecified — documentation requirements, denial reasons, modifiers, and reimbursement context.
CPT Code
90847
Family psychotherapy with patient present
ICD-10 Code
F31.9
Bipolar disorder, unspecified
Common Modifiers
Compatibility Notes
Family-focused therapy (FFT) is evidence-based for bipolar disorder. This combination is appropriate when the bipolar diagnosis is confirmed but the subtype has not yet been specified. The identified patient must be present. Refine to a specific bipolar code after the initial evaluation period.
Documentation Required
- ✓Identified bipolar patient present
- ✓All participants named
- ✓FFT goals (psychoeducation, relapse prevention, communication) documented
- ✓Current mood state noted
- ✓Safety screen
Common Denial Reasons
- ✗Patient absent
- ✗Unspecified bipolar code used long-term without subtype refinement
- ✗No documented rationale for family involvement
Applicable Modifiers
Reimbursement Notes
OON UCR $125–$200. Family-focused therapy for bipolar disorder is evidence-based and covered under mental health parity.
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