Is the first-listed diagnosis that physician lists first?

The first-listed diagnosis on a patient's chart is not necessarily the first diagnosis the physician lists. It is typically the primary diagnosis, which is the reason for the patient's visit or the most significant condition being treated. The physician may list other diagnoses after the primary diagnosis, but these are considered secondary or comorbid diagnoses. The order of the diagnoses listed on the chart does not necessarily indicate their importance or severity.