Psychiatric diagnostic evaluation
CPT 90791 • Mental Health
If you're paying cash
$143 – $272
Posted cash price at 3 hospitals in North Carolina. Hospitals must publish these; ask for the self-pay or cash price by name when you call.
See what your plan negotiated
Lowest
$0
Typical
$191
Highest
$1,882
179,743 negotiated rates from NC hospitals. These are what insurers pay, not what you would be billed.
About this procedure
A psychiatric diagnostic evaluation — the initial 60-minute intake with a psychiatrist or licensed therapist to assess and plan treatment.
What to expect
60 minutes of conversation about your concerns, history, and goals. The clinician documents a working diagnosis and recommends therapy modality, medication, or both. Insurance coverage varies more than medical visits — check with your plan first.