# 90791: Psychiatric evaluation

- **CPT code:** 90791

## Service Type Codes to Send

1. [MH Mental Health](https://www.verifytx.com/stc-lookup/service-types/MH/)
2. [CF Mental Health Provider - Outpatient](https://www.verifytx.com/stc-lookup/service-types/CF/)
3. [A4 Psychiatric](https://www.verifytx.com/stc-lookup/service-types/A4/)

**Why these codes:** The first visit with a psychiatrist or therapist: mental health, outpatient provider, then psychiatric.

**Sources:** X12 HIPAA 5010 service type code definitions; VerifyTX billing practice

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Canonical: https://www.verifytx.com/stc-lookup/procedure-codes/90791/