90834 CPT Code: Credential-Based Rates, Payer Rules, and Revenue Optimization for Therapy Practices [2026]

CPT Code: 90834 Description: Psychotherapy, 45 minutes with patient Time Range: 38 to 52 minutes face-to-face Setting: Outpatient (office, clinic, or telehealth) Telehealth Modifier: 95 (synchronous audio-video) 2026 Medicare Rate (Non-Facility): ~$113.90 (national average) Credential-Based Rate Range: MD/PhD ~$113 to $134 | LCSW/LPC ~$95 to $115 | LMFT/LMHC (Medicare) ~$85 (75% of psychologist rate) Eligible […]