What insurance pays therapists in District of Columbia
In District of Columbia, insurers typically reimburse $99 to $124 for a 60-minute therapy session (CPT 90837), depending on the payer. Typical rates for every payer and code are in the table below. Updated July 2026.
- Reimbursement rates retrieved from CMS transparency data
- Updated July 2026
Low-end estimates for master’s-level clinicians (LCSW, LMHC, LMFT) from payer-published data.
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Typical rate by CPT code in District of Columbia
| Payer | 90837 (60-min therapy) | 90834 (45-min therapy) | 90791 (Initial evaluation) | 90847 (Family therapy) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aetna | $99 | $67 | $115 | $65 |
| Anthem BCBS | $124 | $84 | $139 | $93 |
| Cigna | $108 | $72 | $111 | $87 |
| UnitedHealthcare | $121 | $82 | $144 | $101 |
By payer in District of Columbia
Aetna in District of Columbia
$99typical rate, 60-min session (90837)
Most contracts pay $99–$117.
Anthem BCBS in District of Columbia
$124typical rate, 60-min session (90837)
Most contracts pay $124–$178.
Cigna in District of Columbia
$108typical rate, 60-min session (90837)
Most contracts pay $108–$151.
UnitedHealthcare in District of Columbia
$121typical rate, 60-min session (90837)
Most contracts pay $121–$162.
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About this data
From CMS Transparency in Coverage files, which insurers must publish. This page reflects published contracted rates for licensed behavioral health providers in District of Columbia. Each figure is the typical contracted rate for master's-level clinicians (LCSW, LMHC, LMFT): a guide, not a quote, and credentialing never guarantees panel acceptance. Last synced July 2026.
Common questions
- Which insurance pays therapists the most in District of Columbia?
- Anthem BCBS, typically $124 for a 60-minute session (90837); Aetna is lowest at $99.
- Is therapy reimbursement in District of Columbia higher or lower than the national average?
- About 7% above the typical national rate for a 60-minute session, across the same payers.
- How do I get paneled with these insurers in District of Columbia?
- Each payer has its own application, usually 60 to 120 days start to finish. We prepare and file them for a one-time $99 per payer. Start with paneled.ai.
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