The patient was seen by a psychiatrist for post-traumatic stress disorder. This visit was a psychiatric diagnostic evaluation which included a history, mental status examination, and recommendations. The evaluation and treatment plan were communicated to the family as the patient has requested their involvement in his care. Select the appropriate CPT and ICD-10-CM codes.

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90791 is the correct CPT code for a psychiatric diagnostic evaluation, which includes the activities described. F43.10 is the correct ICD-10-CM code for Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, unspecified. 90785 is an add-on code for interactive complexity, which applies here due to the involvement of the family in the patient's care.

The Patient Was Seen by a Psychiatrist for Post-Traumatic Stress