Z83.52
Billable

Family history of ear disorders

Billable / Specific Code

What is Family history of ear disorders?

ICD-10-CM Z83.52 is the diagnosis code for Family history of ear disorders. This code falls under the section "Persons with potential health hazards related to family and personal history and certain conditions influencing health status" within Chapter 21 — Factors influencing health status and contact with health services (Z00-Z99). It is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes. Medical coders and healthcare providers use this code to document and classify diagnoses in electronic health records, insurance claims, and clinical databases.

💡 Inclusions
â„šī¸ Excludes2

Coding Guidelines for Z83.52

✅ This Code Includes

  • Conditions classifiable to H60-H83, H92-H95

â„šī¸ Type 2 Excludes (Code separately if applicable)

The following conditions are not included in Z83.52. If the patient has both, code each condition separately:

  • family history of deafness and hearing loss (Z82.2)

ICD-10-CM Code Hierarchy

Understanding where Z83.52 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Z83.52 a billable ICD-10-CM code?

Yes, Z83.52 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.

What does Z83.52 mean?

Z83.52 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Family history of ear disorders". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.

What is the parent code of Z83.52?

The parent code of Z83.52 is Z83.5 ("Family history of eye and ear disorders"). Z83.52 provides a more specific classification within this category.

What section is Z83.52 in?

Z83.52 is located in Section Z77-Z99 — "Persons with potential health hazards related to family and personal history and certain conditions influencing health status" within Chapter 21 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

When should I use Z83.52?

Use Z83.52 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Family history of ear disorders" 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 Family history of ear disorders?

The ICD-10-CM code for Family history of ear disorders is Z83.52.

Can Z83.52 be used for primary diagnosis?

Yes, Z83.52 can be used as a primary diagnosis code since it is billable and specific.

What chapter is Z83.52 in?

Z83.52 is in Chapter 21 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

Is Z83.52 valid for 2026?

Yes, Z83.52 is a valid ICD-10-CM code for the 2026 fiscal year, subject to official CMS updates.

See Also

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Code Details
Z83.52
Family history of ear disorders
Billable / Specific Code
21 — Factors influencing health status and contact with health services (Z00-Z99)
Z77-Z99 — Persons with potential health hazards related to family and personal history and certain conditions influencing health status
2026 ICD-10-CM