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CPT 96139 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.

Psychological Or Neuropsycholo, Psychological Or Neuropsychological Test Administration And Scoring By Technician Two Or More Tests Any Method Each Additional 30 Minutes (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

Common Modifiers

59 - Distinct Procedural Service

95 - Telemedicine - audio and video

Complexity LevelLow
Medicare Fee Schedule$35.41 national non-facility rate (2026) · View Medicare rates for 96139
Medicaid Fee Schedule$31.105 median of the 8 states in the free preview · View Medicaid rates for 96139

National average reimbursement for CPT 96139 by major payers:

bcbs

$44.41

uhc

$45.22

aetna

$41.99

cigna

$58.78

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CPT 96139
5 of 25 sample ratesHigher to lower in this preview
  1. Carolinas Physicians Network Inc, Cabarrus Family Medicine

    Atrium Health North Market Network LLC / Atrium Health Specialty Network Inc / Barnett Family Practice

    NCCounselorNPI 1346540101Tax ID 56-1667838

    $91.12Published rate
  2. Elizabeth Whitham

    ILPsychiatry PhysicianNPI 1417480625Tax ID 33-0633863

    $43.86Published rate
  3. Carolyn Murray

    Irving And Associates In Behavioral Health PC

    ILMental Health CounselorNPI 1508497819Tax ID 45-2751521

    $37.00Published rate
  4. Omar Waqhar

    MIPsychiatry PhysicianNPI 1881081685Tax ID 36-4827394

    $35.24Published rate
  5. Nikita Taylor-Morrison

    Addiction Mental Health Services LLC / Hudson Liberty Medical PC / My Guiding Light Counseling PLLC

    TXProfessional CounselorNPI 1750096194Tax ID 99-4923676

    $30.92Published rate

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CPT 96139 vs. Other Central Nervous System Assessments/Tests (eg, Neuro-Cognitive, Mental Status, Speech Testing) Codes

The CPT 96139 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 96139 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
96136-CPTLowPsycl Nrpsyc Tst Phy Qhp 1st, Psychological Or Neuropsychological Test Administration And Scoring By Physician Or Other Qualified Health Care Professional Two Or More Tests Any Method First 30 Minutes
96137-CPTLowPsycl Nrpsyc Tst Phy Qhp Ea, Psychological Or Neuropsychological Test Administration And Scoring By Physician Or Other Qualified Health Care Professional Two Or More Tests Any Method Each Additional 30 Minutes List Separately In Addition To Code For Primary Procedure
96138-CPTLowPsychological Test 30 Mins, Psychological Test With Physician Interpretation And Report. Standardized Tests Can Be Used To Assess Multiple Facets Of Personality Emotion Intellect And Mental Illness.
96139-CPTLowPsychological Or Neuropsycholo, Psychological Or Neuropsychological Test Administration And Scoring By Technician Two Or More Tests Any Method Each Additional 30 Minutes (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 96139. These prices vary depending on payer type (Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance), geographic location, and provider contracts.

Understanding the 96139 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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