DSM-5-TR
Also written as: DSM-5-TR — Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, Fifth Edition, Text Revision
The latest revision of the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, used for psychiatric diagnosis and billing codes.
Full Definition
The Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, Fifth Edition, Text Revision (DSM-5-TR) is the authoritative classification system for mental health conditions published by the American Psychiatric Association. It provides standardized diagnostic criteria, coding systems, and clinical descriptions used by psychiatrists, psychologists, and other mental health professionals. The text revision incorporates updated research findings and clarifies diagnostic criteria while maintaining compatibility with ICD-10 coding systems for insurance and billing purposes.
Usage
Usage note: Always hyphenate as DSM-5-TR, not DSM 5 TR or DSM5TR.
In Context
- "The psychiatrist referenced the DSM-5-TR criteria when documenting the patient's major depressive disorder diagnosis." — Clinical assessment report
- "Insurance pre-authorization requires DSM-5-TR diagnostic codes for all psychiatric treatment plans." — Administrative documentation