A psychiatric diagnostic evaluation is an integrated biopsychosocial assessment that includes the obtaining a complete medical history (to include past, family, and social), psychiatric history, a complete mental status exam, establishment of a tentative diagnosis, and an evaluation of the patient's ability and willingness to participate in the proposed treatment plan.  

The purpose of the visit is to establish effective communication between psychiatrist and patient to gather accurate data in order to formulate tentative diagnoses, determine necessity, and as appropriate, initiate an effective and comprehensive treatment plan.