Obsessive-compulsive personality disorder

This code represents a pervasive pattern of preoccupation with orderliness, perfectionism, and mental and interpersonal control, at the expense of flexibility, openness, and efficiency. Individuals with this disorder often exhibit rigidity, stubbornness, and an excessive devotion to work and productivity. These traits are enduring and significantly impair social, occupational, or other important areas of functioning.

Apply this code when documentation clearly indicates a diagnosis of obsessive-compulsive personality disorder, as distinct from obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD). This diagnosis is typically made by a psychiatrist or other qualified mental health professional based on a clinical interview and assessment of personality traits. Supporting documentation should detail the pervasive and inflexible nature of these traits across various contexts.

• Differentiate carefully from obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), which is an anxiety disorder characterized by intrusive thoughts (obsessions) and repetitive behaviors (compulsions).
• Ensure the documentation specifies "personality disorder" to avoid confusion with other obsessive-compulsive spectrum conditions.
• This code is typically a primary diagnosis for mental health encounters when the personality disorder is the focus of treatment.