What is the ICD-9-CM and how does it relate to the DSM-IV-TR?
The International Classification of Diseases, Ninth Revision, Clinical Modification (ICD-9-CM) is the official coding system of the United States used to track morbidity and mortality of diseases. The system is maintained by the federal government. For more information about ICD-9-CM and to download a copy, click here. The ICD-9-CM codes are also used to code diagnoses for reimbursement of medical care. The DSM-IV-TR is a diagnostic manual that employs the ICD-9-CM codes to assist the clinician in medical record keeping. Because the DSM-IV-TR includes a number of subtypes that were added since ICD-9-CM was originally developed in the 1970’s, most of the subtypes and specifiers included in DSM-IV-TR cannot be indicated through the diagnostic codes. Click here for more information about Diagnostic Coding and DSM-IV-TR.
