CPT^® 90865, Under Other Psychiatric Services or Procedures

The Current Procedural Terminology (CPT^®) code 90865 as maintained by American Medical Association, is a medical procedural code under the range - Other Psychiatric Services or Procedures.

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In this procedure, the provider administers a narcotic drug to induce a hypnotic state that helps in psychiatric diagnosis and treatment.

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