CPT Code 90868: Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS), Subsequent Delivery and Management

Learn to effectively use the 90868 CPT code for Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation, its application, and impact in mental health treatment.

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Frequently asked questions

No, CPT code 90868 is not time-based; it is reported per session of therapeutic repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation (rTMS) delivery and management. Each session typically lasts about 20 to 30 minutes, but the code descriptor specifies billing "per session" rather than by exact time increment.

Yes, licensed psychologists who are trained and qualified to administer rTMS therapy can bill CPT code 90868. Other qualified providers include psychiatrists, neurologists, and advanced practice nurses with appropriate training in TMS procedures.

CPT 90868 can be billed for each rTMS treatment session delivered, typically multiple times over several weeks as part of a treatment course. However, billing guidelines and payer policies may limit frequency.