HCPCS Code S9485: Crisis Intervention Mental Health Services, Per Diem

S9485 is used to report intensive mental health crisis intervention services provided on a per diem basis to individuals experiencing acute psychiatric symptoms requiring immediate clinical attention.

Generally, S9485 includes all services provided during the crisis episode. Separate billing for components like medication management or brief therapy is not recommended unless the services are unrelated and distinct.

S9485 can be billed by licensed mental health professionals, including psychiatrists, psychologists, and clinical social workers, depending on payer rules and state licensure laws. Always verify provider eligibility before submission.