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90839 - psychotherapy/crisis intervention visit (e.g., , ) on the same day

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Procedure / Servicepsychotherapy/crisis intervention visit (e.g., , ) on the same day
Procedure / Service Description

Same-Day Billing - Same-Day Billing 1. Providers may bill for both a primary care visit (e.g., office visit E/M code) and a psychotherapy/crisis intervention visit (e.g., 90839, 90840) on the same day. 2. Each service must be distinct and separately documented. 3. Modifier 25 should be appended to the E/M code when behavioral health services are

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  • Confirm benefit details
  • Submit clinical notes if requested by the plan
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  • Confirm the current plan policy before submission.
  • Use the insurer authorization workflow for this listed code.