Psychosomatic assessment in pain disorders and somatoform disorders

Approach

The assessment examines the consistency of the reported complaints, the findings and everyday functioning, classifies the symptom pattern diagnostically and derives the conclusions transparently.

Scope of services

Depending on the instruction, the result is a specialist statement, a findings report, a social medical performance assessment or a full expert opinion. Scope, examination requirements and fee are agreed in writing before work begins. The outcome remains open until the examination is complete.

Professional basis

The requirements for this area are listed on the professional basis page: Social medicine and psychosomatics. For instructions see Process and fees.

Frequently asked questions

What are typical subjects of psychosomatic opinions?

Typical subjects are chronic pain disorders, somatoform disorders and a person's general functional level.

What does the assessment examine?

The assessment examines the consistency of the reported complaints, the findings and everyday functioning, classifies the symptom pattern diagnostically and derives the conclusions transparently.

When are scope and fee determined?

Scope, examination requirements and fee are agreed in writing before work begins.