Personal history of schizophrenia

This code signifies that a patient has a documented history of schizophrenia, meaning they have been previously diagnosed with and treated for this chronic mental health condition. While the patient may currently be in remission or receiving ongoing management, the historical diagnosis remains relevant for their overall medical record and future care planning.

This code is appropriate when a provider is documenting a patient's medical history and identifies a past diagnosis of schizophrenia, even if the patient is not actively experiencing an acute psychotic episode. It should be used to indicate a historical diagnosis that impacts current treatment decisions, risk assessments, or the overall understanding of the patient's health status.

• Do not use this code for an active diagnosis of schizophrenia; refer to the appropriate codes for current conditions.
• Ensure the medical record clearly documents the past diagnosis of schizophrenia, including the approximate date of diagnosis if available.
• This code is often used in conjunction with codes for current mental health conditions or for general medical encounters where the patient's history is relevant.