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CPT 96133 Fee Schedule

Last Verified: October 2026

Healthcare providers use this code to document and receive reimbursement for visits that address moderate-level medical decision-making, often including multiple diagnoses or prescription management.

Nrpsyc Tst Eval Phys Qhp Ea, Neuropsychological Testing Evaluation Services By Physician Or Other Qualified Health Care Professional Including Integration Of Patient Data Interpretation Of Standardized Test Results And Clinical Data Clinical Decision Making Treatment Planning And Report And Interactive Feedback To The Patient Family Member S Or Caregiver S When Performed Each Additional Hour List Separately In Addition To Code For Primary Procedure
Key FactDetail
Service Type

Medicine Services and Procedures

Central Nervous System Assessments/Tests (eg, Neuro-Cognitive, Mental Status, Speech Testing)

Common Place of Service

11 - Office

22 - On Campus Outpatient Hospital

Common Modifiers

AH

95 - Telemedicine - audio and video

Complexity LevelLow
Medicare Fee Schedule$97.87 national non-facility rate (2026) · View Medicare rates for 96133
Medicaid Fee Schedule$86.57 median of the 8 states in the free preview · View Medicaid rates for 96133

National average reimbursement for CPT 96133 by major payers:

bcbs

$122.06

uhc

$121.91

aetna

$115.28

cigna

$122.57

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CPT 96133
5 of 25 sample ratesHigher to lower in this preview
  1. Srishti Nangia

    NYNeurology with Special Qualifications in Child Neurology PhysicianNPI 1790936540Tax ID 13-1623978

    $291.70Published rate
  2. Reid Alley

    Riverside Health System

    PAPsychiatry PhysicianNPI 1568956043Tax ID 36-3167726

    $173.83Published rate
  3. Thomas Lee

    Alexian Brothers Center For Mental Health

    ILPsychiatry PhysicianNPI 1801863642Tax ID 36-3045007

    $126.30Published rate
  4. Jada Johnson

    Chestnut Health Systems Inc

    ILPsychiatry PhysicianNPI 1104082734Tax ID 37-0964629

    $98.94Published rate
  5. Oday Alsarraf

    Rex Hospital Inc

    ILPsychiatry PhysicianNPI 1871907774Tax ID 56-1509260

    $77.23Published rate

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CPT 96133 vs. Other Central Nervous System Assessments/Tests (eg, Neuro-Cognitive, Mental Status, Speech Testing) Codes

The CPT 96133 code is part of the Medicine Services and Procedures services used for Central Nervous System Assessments/Tests (eg, Neuro-Cognitive, Mental Status, Speech Testing). It represents a moderate-complexity encounter and is one of several codes that vary based on time spent, level of medical decision-making, and documentation requirements.

The CPT 96133 code involves more provider time and moderate medical decision-making, unlike lower-level codes that require less time and simpler assessments. It typically includes multiple diagnoses, medication management, or test interpretation, leading to higher reimbursement and more detailed documentation requirements.

CodeComplexityDescription
96125-CPTLowCognitive Test By Hc Pro, Standardized Cognitive Performance Testing Eg Ross Information Processing Assessment Per Hour Of A Qualified Health Care Professional S Time Both Face To Face Time Administering Tests To The Patient And Time Interpreting These Test Results And Preparing The Report
96127-CPTLowBrief Emotional Behav Assmt, Brief Emotional Behavioral Assessment Eg Depression Inventory Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder Adhd Scale With Scoring And Documentation Per Standardized Instrument
96130-CPTLowPsycl Tst Eval Phys Qhp 1st, Psychological Testing Evaluation Services By Physician Or Other Qualified Health Care Professional Including Integration Of Patient Data Interpretation Of Standardized Test Results And Clinical Data Clinical Decision Making Treatment Planning And Report And Interactive Feedback To The Patient Family Member S Or Caregiver S When Performed First Hour
96133-CPTLowNrpsyc Tst Eval Phys Qhp Ea, Neuropsychological Testing Evaluation Services By Physician Or Other Qualified Health Care Professional Including Integration Of Patient Data Interpretation Of Standardized Test Results And Clinical Data Clinical Decision Making Treatment Planning And Report And Interactive Feedback To The Patient Family Member S Or Caregiver S When Performed Each Additional Hour List Separately In Addition To Code For Primary Procedure

What is a fee schedule?

A fee schedule is a list of fixed prices that healthcare providers charge for specific services, including CPT 96133. These prices vary depending on payer type (Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance), geographic location, and provider contracts.

Understanding the 96133 fee schedule helps patients estimate costs and providers optimize billing for accurate reimbursements.

Factors that affect fee schedules


Medicare & Medicaid Rates

Government-set reimbursement amounts


Private Insurance Rates

Negotiated rates between providers and insurance companies


Geographic Location

Costs may be higher in urban areas.


Provider Type

Hospital providers may have different rates than private practice.

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