ICD-10-CM 2027
ICD-10 code for upbringing
From the official ICD-10-CM alphabetic index entry “Upbringing, institutional”. Page updated September 29, 2026.
About coding upbringing
The ICD-10-CM code for upbringing is Z62.22 (Institutional upbringing). The official index lists 5 more specific codes, so check the documentation for details such as type, cause, site or severity before settling on Z62.22.
Within Z62.2 (upbringing away from parents), Z62.22 is specifically for Institutional upbringing. Related codes cover child in welfare custody (Z62.21), child in custody of non-parental relative (Z62.23), child in custody of non-relative guardian (Z62.24) and other upbringing away from parents (Z62.29).
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.
More specific upbringing codes (official index)
Common questions about upbringing ICD-10 codes
What is the ICD-10 code for upbringing?
- Z62.22 — Institutional upbringing. More specific codes apply when the documentation supports them: Z62.29, Z62.21, Z62.21, Z62.22 and others below.
What is the ICD-10 code for away from parents nec upbringing?
- Z62.29 — Other upbringing away from parents.
Is Z62.22 billable?
- Yes. Z62.22 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code valid for FY2027 (October 1, 2026 – September 30, 2027).
Can Z62.22 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 Z62.22 a CC or MCC?
- No. Z62.22 is neither a CC nor an MCC under MS-DRG v44.0.