0 - 4

None-minimal

None

5 - 9

Mild

Watchful waiting, repeat PHQ-9 at follow up

10 - 14

Moderate

Treatment plan, considering counseling, follow-up and/or

pharmacotherapy

15 - 19

Moderate Severe

Active treatment with pharmacotherapy and/or psychotherapy

20 - 27

Severe

Immediate initiation of pharmacotherapy and, if severe impairment or poor response to therapy, expedited referral to a mental health specialist for psychotherapy and/or collaborative management