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Psych Diagnostic Evaluation: What It Costs and What's Fair

CPT 90791  · Medicare rate: $137  · National avg charge: $404  · BillKarma data from 15 providers

Reviewed 2026-04-05  · Pricing data year: 2026

Psych Diagnostic Evaluation (CPT 90791) is an outpatient procedure or diagnostic test performed in a hospital, clinic, or ambulatory care setting. It is typically completed in a single visit, and most patients return to normal activities the same day or within 24 hours.

Cost by Billing Grade

Grade Avg Hospital Charge Medicare Rate Est. Patient Cost* Hospitals
D $268 $137 $54 2
F $426 $137 $85 12
N/A $410 $137 $82 1

*Estimated patient cost assumes 20% coinsurance after deductible is met. Actual cost depends on your specific plan, deductible status, and network.

Cost Range Across Hospitals

Min: $144 Max: $451
Medicare: $137 Avg: $404
Grade A (≤2x Medicare) Grade B (2–3x) Grade C (3–5x) Grade D/F (5x+)

What This Procedure Typically Costs by Facility Type

Hospital
15 providers
$144 — $451 | Avg: $404 (2.9x Medicare)

Find Providers Near You for This Procedure

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Provider Type Location Grade Charge Benchmark Markup
AdventHealth East Orlando Hospital Orlando, FL D $144 $137
Medicare OPPS
 1.0x
AdventHealth Hendersonville Hospital Hendersonville, NC F $284 $137
Medicare OPPS
 2.1x
AdventHealth Ocala Hospital OCALA, FL D $393 $137
Medicare OPPS
 2.9x
AdventHealth Lake Wales Hospital Tampa, FL N/A $410 $137
Medicare OPPS
 3.0x
AdventHealth Sebring Hospital Sebring, FL F $436 $137
Medicare OPPS
 3.2x
AdventHealth Gordon Hospital CALHOUN, GA F $436 $137
Medicare OPPS
 3.2x
AdventHealth Kissimmee Hospital Orlando, FL F $436 $137
Medicare OPPS
 3.2x
AdventHealth Fish Memorial Hospital ORANGE CITY, FL F $436 $137
Medicare OPPS
 3.2x
AdventHealth Celebration Hospital CELEBRATION, FL F $436 $137
Medicare OPPS
 3.2x
AdventHealth Rollins Brook Hospital LAMPASAS, TX F $436 $137
Medicare OPPS
 3.2x

What Is a Fair Price for This Procedure?

Medicare pays $137 for Psych Diagnostic Evaluation (CPT 90791). This rate is set by CMS based on the actual cost of delivering the procedure, including physician time, overhead, and equipment. It's the most reliable national benchmark for what the procedure is worth.

A hospital charging $275 (2x Medicare) or less earns an A billing grade — these are the most fairly priced facilities for this procedure. The national average charge is $404 (2.9x Medicare).

If your bill shows more than $412 (3x Medicare) for this procedure, it may be worth reviewing the charges carefully. Upload your bill to check →

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Psych Diagnostic Evaluation covered by insurance?
Psych Diagnostic Evaluation (CPT 90791) is generally covered by most insurance plans when medically necessary, but coverage varies by plan type and medical necessity criteria. Medicare pays $137 for this procedure. Always confirm your benefit coverage and any prior authorization requirements with your insurer before scheduling.
Why might I be billed separately for Psych Diagnostic Evaluation by multiple providers?
When Psych Diagnostic Evaluation is performed at a hospital outpatient facility, you may receive separate bills from the hospital (facility fee) and from the physician or specialist who performed or interpreted the procedure. This split billing—professional fee plus facility fee—is common. The national average hospital charge is $404, so make sure each individual bill reflects only the services that were actually provided.
How can I find out what my insurance will pay for Psych Diagnostic Evaluation before I go?
Call the member services number on your insurance card and ask for a cost estimate or Explanation of Benefits preview for CPT 90791. Also confirm whether the facility you're considering is in-network. Medicare's reference rate for this procedure is $137—if a hospital charges significantly more, you may owe more out-of-pocket than expected even with insurance.

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