ICD-10-CM 2027
ICD-10 code for alcoholism in family problem
From the official ICD-10-CM alphabetic index entry “Problem (with) (related to) › alcoholism in family”. Page updated September 29, 2026.
About coding alcoholism in family problem
The ICD-10-CM code for alcoholism in family problem is Z63.72 (Alcoholism and drug addiction in family).
Within Z63.7 (other stressful life events affecting family and household), Z63.72 is specifically for alcoholism and drug addiction in family. Related codes cover stress on family due to return of family member from military deployment (Z63.71) and other stressful life events affecting family and household (Z63.79).
It is not a CC or MCC, so as a secondary diagnosis it doesn't change the MS-DRG severity level.
In MS-DRG v44.0, it is part of the grouping logic for DRG 951 (Other Factors Influencing Health Status, relative weight 0.5577), in MDC 23 (Factors Influencing Health Status and Other Contacts with Health Services), as a principal or secondary diagnosis. The DRG a claim lands in depends on the principal diagnosis, procedures and any CC/MCC secondary diagnoses.
Common questions about alcoholism in family problem ICD-10 codes
What is the ICD-10 code for alcoholism in family problem?
- Z63.72 — Alcoholism and drug addiction in family.
Is Z63.72 billable?
- Yes. Z63.72 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code valid for FY2027 (October 1, 2026 – September 30, 2027).
Can Z63.72 be used as a principal diagnosis?
- No. It is not acceptable as the principal diagnosis for an inpatient stay; it may be reported as a secondary diagnosis.
Is Z63.72 a CC or MCC?
- No. Z63.72 is neither a CC nor an MCC under MS-DRG v44.0.