General psychiatric examination, requested by the authority

This code signifies a mental health assessment performed at the request of an external entity, such as a court, employer, or social services agency. The examination is typically for evaluative purposes rather than for initiating treatment for a presenting psychiatric complaint.

Apply this code when a patient undergoes a psychiatric evaluation mandated by a third party for legal, administrative, or employment-related reasons. This includes assessments for competency, disability claims, or fitness for duty.

• Ensure documentation clearly states the examination was requested by an authority.
• Do not use this code for routine psychiatric evaluations initiated by the patient or referring physician for treatment purposes.
• This code is for the reason for the encounter, not the findings of the examination.