What this is, in plain language
A talk-therapy session with a licensed therapist lasting about 30 minutes (16–37 minutes under coding rules).
Why a clinician orders it
Ongoing treatment for depression, anxiety, and other mental health conditions where shorter sessions are appropriate.
Medical necessity — what insurers usually look at
Mental health parity laws require plans to cover mental health visits comparably to medical visits. Session limits and network rules still apply — check whether your therapist is in-network.
New to this? Read what medical necessity means and how to appeal a denial.
Documentation to ask about
- ✓Therapist's in-network status
- ✓Session length documented
- ✓Diagnosis supporting ongoing treatment
Questions for your provider
- ?Are you in-network with my plan?
- ?Does my plan limit the number of sessions per year?
Why this code is in our seed set
Common psychotherapy code; mental health E/M and therapy codes are among the fastest-growing in the CMS Top 200.
Validated against
- •AMA CPT code 90832 descriptor
- •CMS Top 200 Level I CPT Codes Ranked by Services
- •Mental Health Parity and Addiction Equity Act
Terms you'll see
Medical NecessityRead more →
The insurer is reviewing whether the service is clinically appropriate for your situation.
Important: AuraCode is an educational tool. It does not provide medical, legal, or insurance advice, claims decisions, or approval guarantees. Final coverage depends on your specific plan, eligibility, diagnosis, submitted documentation, and your insurer's review.