Z62.2
Non-Billable

Upbringing away from parents

Non-Billable / Non-Specific Code

What is Upbringing away from parents?

ICD-10-CM Z62.2 is the diagnosis code for Upbringing away from parents. This code falls under the section "Persons with potential health hazards related to socioeconomic and psychosocial circumstances" within Chapter 21 — Factors influencing health status and contact with health services (Z00-Z99). It is a non-billable/non-specific ICD-10-CM code that should not be used for reimbursement. A more specific sub-code is required for billing. Medical coders and healthcare providers use this code to document and classify diagnoses in electronic health records, insurance claims, and clinical databases.

⛔ Excludes1

Coding Guidelines for Z62.2

⛔ Type 1 Excludes (Never code together)

The following conditions should never be coded at the same time as Z62.2. They are mutually exclusive:

  • problems with boarding school (Z59.3)

ICD-10-CM Code Hierarchy

Understanding where Z62.2 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:

Sub-Codes 5 entries
Z62.21Child in welfare custodyBillableZ62.22Institutional upbringingBillableZ62.23Child in custody of non-parental relativeBillableZ62.24Child in custody of non-relative guardianBillableZ62.29Other upbringing away from parentsBillable
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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Z62.2 a billable ICD-10-CM code?

No, Z62.2 is a non-billable/non-specific code. You should use a more specific sub-code for billing and reimbursement.

What does Z62.2 mean?

Z62.2 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Upbringing away from parents". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.

What is the parent code of Z62.2?

The parent code of Z62.2 is Z62 ("Problems related to upbringing"). Z62.2 provides a more specific classification within this category.

What section is Z62.2 in?

Z62.2 is located in Section Z55-Z65 — "Persons with potential health hazards related to socioeconomic and psychosocial circumstances" within Chapter 21 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

What are the sub-codes of Z62.2?

Z62.2 has 5 sub-code(s) that provide more specific detail: Z62.21, Z62.22, Z62.23, Z62.24, Z62.29.

When should I use Z62.2?

Use Z62.2 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Upbringing away from parents" and the clinical documentation supports this level of specificity. Always verify with the latest ICD-10-CM guidelines and payer requirements.

People Also Ask

What is the ICD-10 code for Upbringing away from parents?

The ICD-10-CM code for Upbringing away from parents is Z62.2.

Can Z62.2 be used for primary diagnosis?

No, Z62.2 is non-billable. Use a more specific sub-code for primary diagnosis billing.

What chapter is Z62.2 in?

Z62.2 is in Chapter 21 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

What conditions are excluded from Z62.2?

Type 1 Excludes for Z62.2 include: problems with boarding school (Z59.3).

Is Z62.2 valid for 2026?

Yes, Z62.2 is a valid ICD-10-CM code for the 2026 fiscal year, subject to official CMS updates.

See Also

← PreviousZ62.1Parental overprotectionNext →Z62.21Child in welfare custody
Code Details
Z62.2
Upbringing away from parents
Non-Billable / Non-Specific Code
21 — Factors influencing health status and contact with health services (Z00-Z99)
Z55-Z65 — Persons with potential health hazards related to socioeconomic and psychosocial circumstances
2026 ICD-10-CM