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Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM)

Date of Publication:

6/8/2016

Definition:

A comprehensive classification of officially recognized psychiatric disorders, published by the American Psychiatric Association for use by mental health professionals to ensure uniformity of diagnosis. DSM describes symptoms and does not discuss the causes of the disorders.

Source of Definition:

Management Standards for Medical Coding for Health Records

Last Updated: December 05, 2018
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