Post-traumatic stress disorder, acute
ICD-10 Code: F43.11 · Body Part: Head/Brain (TBI)
QME Evaluation Process
Psychiatric interview within 3 months of trauma, PTSD assessment instruments, functional evaluation. Chapter 14 impairment rating.
Typical Impairment Rating
10-35% WPI; may resolve or progress to chronic
AMA Guides Edition
5th Edition
Common Treatments
Related Conditions
Body Part Guide
Head/Brain (TBI) Evaluation Guide
Impairment rating methods, common conditions, and QME evaluation protocols
QME Specialties for Post-traumatic stress disorder, acute
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What is Post-traumatic stress disorder, acute (F43.11)?
Post-traumatic stress disorder, acute is an ICD-10 diagnosis code (F43.11) 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 F43.11 rated for impairment?
The typical whole person impairment (WPI) range for Post-traumatic stress disorder, acute is 10-35% WPI; may resolve or progress to chronic. 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 F43.11?
Psychiatric interview within 3 months of trauma, PTSD assessment instruments, functional evaluation. Chapter 14 impairment rating.
What treatments are common for Post-traumatic stress disorder, acute?
Common treatments for Post-traumatic stress disorder, acute include Trauma-focused CBT, EMDR, SSRI medication. Treatment appropriateness and outcomes are considered during the QME evaluation when determining permanent and stationary status and apportionment.