Narcosynthesis for psychotherapeutic purposes

Utilizing narcosynthesis, a psychotherapeutic technique involving the administration of a narcotic to facilitate access to unconscious material.

Details

CPT code:

90865

Category:

Category I

Section:

Medicine

Specialty:

Other Psychiatric Services or Procedures

Type:

Psychotherapy

CPT code 90865 involves the utilization of narcosynthesis for psychotherapeutic purposes. Narcosynthesis is a psychotherapeutic technique that involves the administration of a narcotic substance to facilitate access to unconscious material. This approach aims to uncover repressed memories, emotions, or psychological content that may be contributing to mental health concerns. Healthcare providers who utilize narcosynthesis carefully administer the narcotic substance, monitor the patient's responses, and use the facilitated access to unconscious material to inform therapeutic interventions. This code highlights the specialized nature of narcosynthesis and its potential role in addressing specific psychological issues within the context of psychotherapy.

Under what category does Narcosynthesis for psychotherapeutic purposes fall?

Category I

What is the billing unit for Narcosynthesis for psychotherapeutic purposes?

Per Session

Modifiers

-

Clinical use

Narcosynthesis for psychotherapeutic purposes

Documentation

Narcosynthesis documentation, psychotherapeutic purposes, patient demographics

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