CPT® 96168, Under Health Behavior Assessment and Intervention Procedures

The Current Procedural Terminology (CPT®) code 96168 as maintained by American Medical Association, is a medical procedural code under the range - Health Behavior Assessment and Intervention Procedures.

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Summary

The provider, typically a psychologist, interviews the patient’s family in the presence of the patient and counsels them on strategies to change family dynamics and behaviors that adversely affect the patient's physical health and coping behaviors. This code represents each additional 15 minutes of face–to–face service with the patient’s family.

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