Explain what pertinent information, generally, is required in documentation to support DSM-5 and ICD-10 coding.

Assignment 1 week 2 : evaluation and management (e/m)/nrnp 6675:

Pertinent information required to support DSM-5 and ICD-10 coding includes clinical details of the patient’s diagnosis (including the presence and duration of any symptoms, changes in functioning, lab results, etc.), a comprehensive list of all past and present diagnoses, treatments and interventions received by the patient, dates for each treatment intervention, demographic information regarding age/gender/ethnicity/etc., as well as any relevant family history. Additionally, documentation should include evidence that supports appropriate assignment of diagnostic codes based on current best practices in mental health care.