Posts by Courtney Gardner, MSW

As a mental health provider, it's crucial to accurately diagnose and code anxiety disorders to ensure proper treatment and billing. However, selecting the appropriate anxiety diagnosis might seem daunting, with…

Are you ready to take your therapy game to the next level? Get excited about the PCL-5, a powerful assessment tool that will revolutionize how you identify potential posttraumatic stress…

ICD-10 code: F33.2 - Recurrent Severe Major Depressive Disorder Without Psychotic Symptoms Do you ever feel lost in a sea of medical billing codes? As a mental health professional, it's…

You're staring at the computer screen, racking your brain, trying to figure out the correct ICD-10 code for your patient's adjustment disorder diagnosis. The Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, 5th…

The Essential Guide to ICD-10 Codes for Schizophrenia: What Every Therapist Must Know As a therapist, staying up-to-date with the latest advancements in this field is crucial for providing the…

Demystifying the DSM-5 TR: Updates, Changes, and Citing in Therapy Notes A new client comes into your office for the first time, nervous and uncertain about the process. After listening…