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F43.10 Psychiatric Parent Code
Updated March 2026

Post-traumatic stress disorder, unspecified

ICD-10 Code: F43.10 · Body Part: Head/Brain (TBI)

QME Evaluation Process

Psychiatric interview, PTSD-specific assessment instruments (CAPS-5, PCL-5), functional assessment. Psychiatric impairment per AMA Guides 5th Edition Chapter 14. GAF score documentation.

Typical Impairment Rating

10-50% WPI per Chapter 14 psychiatric impairment categories

AMA Guides Edition

5th Edition

Common Treatments

+ Cognitive processing therapy
+ EMDR
+ Prolonged exposure therapy
+ SSRI medication
+ Group therapy

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Post-traumatic stress disorder, unspecified (F43.10)?

Post-traumatic stress disorder, unspecified is an ICD-10 diagnosis code (F43.10) classified under Psychiatric conditions. It affects the Head/Brain (TBI) and is commonly encountered in California workers' compensation claims. QME physicians evaluate this condition using AMA Guides 5th Edition protocols.

How is F43.10 rated for impairment?

The typical whole person impairment (WPI) range for Post-traumatic stress disorder, unspecified is 10-50% WPI per Chapter 14 psychiatric impairment categories. The exact rating depends on clinical findings, imaging, and the evaluation method (DRE or ROM) chosen by the QME physician per AMA Guides 5th Edition.

What is the QME evaluation process for F43.10?

Psychiatric interview, PTSD-specific assessment instruments (CAPS-5, PCL-5), functional assessment. Psychiatric impairment per AMA Guides 5th Edition Chapter 14. GAF score documentation.

What treatments are common for Post-traumatic stress disorder, unspecified?

Common treatments for Post-traumatic stress disorder, unspecified include Cognitive processing therapy, EMDR, Prolonged exposure therapy, SSRI medication, Group therapy. Treatment appropriateness and outcomes are considered during the QME evaluation when determining permanent and stationary status and apportionment.