You can add DSM-5 (Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders) codes to your clinical notes or reports within PatientNotes to help document diagnoses in a standardized format.

🧠 How to Add DSM Codes:

Option 1: Add Manually in Notes or Prompts

Include the DSM code and description directly in your clinical note or custom prompt.
Example:
Diagnosis: Major Depressive Disorder, Single Episode, Moderate (DSM-5 Code: 296.22)

Option 2: Include in AI-Generated Output

You can modify your prompt to instruct the AI to include a DSM code.
Example prompt addition:
“Include the appropriate DSM-5 diagnosis code with a brief description based on the clinical presentation.”

Option 3: Post-Generation Edit

After generating a letter or summary, you can manually insert or adjust the DSM code in the final output if needed.

⚠️ Disclaimer on Accuracy:

While PatientNotes can help suggest or insert DSM codes, it is your clinical responsibility to verify their accuracy based on the patient’s presentation, criteria, and your professional judgment.

DSM codes are complex and may require interpretation within a broader diagnostic framework.
Always double-check that the code used matches the latest version of the DSM and reflects the clinical assessment.

🧩 Best Practices:

Include full code + description for clarity.
Avoid using AI suggestions without clinical validation.
Keep a reference DSM-5 manual or verified digital resource on hand for coding decisions.

Questions?

If you’d like help structuring your prompt to include DSM codes effectively, email us at [email protected].

How Do I Add DSM Codes to My Notes?