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What BCBS pays therapists in Texas
Eleven therapists in Texas reported BCBS rates. The median 90837 was $105 across 10 reports, with a range of $92 to $128. Across all codes the median was $105, which reflects the 1 report for intakes, shorter sessions, or family codes in the set.
Reported 90837: median $105, range $92–$128, middle half $92–$105, about 84% of the 2026 national Medicare reference for a master's-level clinician (10 reports · 11 across all CPTs)
| Route | License | CPT | Rate | Effective | Note / source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Headway | LCSW | 90834 (45 min) | $61.28 | October 2026 | submitted |
| Direct contract | PhD/PsyD | 90837 (60 min) | $127.81 | October 2026 | submitted |
| Direct contract | LMFT | 90837 (60 min) | $104.75 | August 2026 | submitted |
| Direct contract | LPC/LMHC | 90837 (60 min) | $104.75 | August 2026 | submitted |
| Direct contract | LPC/LMHC | 90837 (60 min) | $104.75 | June 2026 | submitted |
| Direct contract | LPC/LMHC | 90837 (60 min) | $104.75 | January 2026 | Increased from 94.75 submitted |
| Direct contract | LMFT | 90837 (60 min) | $104.75 | January 2026 | submitted |
| Headway | LPC/LMHC | 90837 (60 min) | $92.04 | October 2025 | submitted |
| Headway | — | 90837 (60 min) | $92.04 | August 2025 | BCBS PPO, masters level source |
| Direct contract | — | 90837 (60 min) | $93.88 | August 2025 | BCBS PPO and HMO, masters level; Medicare Advantage $124.99 source |
| Headway | LPC/LMHC | 90837 (60 min) | $92.04 | August 2024 | submitted |
Related: all BCBS reports, all Texas reports.