2018 DSM-5 Diagnoses and New ICD-10-CM Codes

Updates to the DSM-5 and ICD-10 codes effective as of October 1, 2018.

2020 DSM-5 Diagnoses and New ICD-10-CM Codes

Updates to the DSM-5 and ICD-10 codes effective as of October 1, 2020.

Submit Proposals for Making Changes to DSM-5-TR

Propose changes, corrections and clarifications to the DSM-5-TR.

About DSM-5-TR

Learn about the development and criteria of the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM-5-TR).

Final Rule: 42 CFR Part 2, Confidentiality of Substance Use Disorder Patient Records

On January 18th, a final rule was published in the Federal Register Notice to update 42 CFR Part 2, Confidentiality of Substance Use Disorder Patient Records.

COVID-19 / Coronavirus

During this challenging time, APA is working at the legislative and regulatory level to ensure that Americans can continue to access psychiatric services and that psychiatrists are equipped to respond, adapt, and continue treating patients.

Workforce Development

APA advocates for the allocation of federal and state resources to provide a robust pipeline of psychiatrists to meet the current and future needs of patients with mental health and/or substance use disorders.

Security Rule

The tools you need to ensure the privacy and confidentiality of your patients’ information.

Mental Health Parity

Learn about APA@s advocacy efforts to promote proper implementation and enforcement of mental health parity.

E-mail and Texting

What you need to know before you hit send.

Mobile Health

Using a tablet or smartphone to manage patient health information? Follow these tips before you begin.

Medicaid Work Requirements

On January 11, 2018, CMS issued new guidance for states seeking to tie Medicaid benefits to employment or other forms of community engagement for non-elderly, non-disabled adult Medicaid beneficiaries who are eligible for Medicaid on a basis other than disability. Explore our member resources on Medicaid work requirements.