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CPT 90847 + ICD-10 F33.1: Major depressive disorder, recurrent, moderate

Family psychotherapy with patient present billed with Major depressive disorder, recurrent, moderate — documentation requirements, denial reasons, modifiers, and reimbursement context.

CPT Code
90847
Family psychotherapy with patient present
ICD-10 Code
F33.1
Major depressive disorder, recurrent, moderate
Common Modifiers

Compatibility Notes

Family therapy for moderate recurrent MDD. Family-focused interventions can reduce expressed emotion and improve outcomes in recurrent depression. The identified patient must be present. Most payers cover this without prior authorization.

Documentation Required

  • All participants named
  • Identified patient present with recurrent moderate MDD
  • PHQ-9 in moderate range
  • Prior episode history confirming recurrent course
  • Family therapy goals targeting depression-related dynamics
  • Risk screen for identified patient

Common Denial Reasons

  • Patient absent
  • Recurrent course not established
  • Notes lack individualized clinical content

Applicable Modifiers

Reimbursement Notes

OON UCR $125-$200. Family therapy for recurrent moderate MDD is broadly covered under mental health parity.

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