ICD-10-CM 2027
ICD-10 code for Guardianship by non-parental relative
Child in custody of non-parental relative
From the official ICD-10-CM alphabetic index entry “Guardianship by non-parental relative”. Page updated September 29, 2026.
About coding Guardianship by non-parental relative
The ICD-10-CM code for Guardianship by non-parental relative is Z62.23 (Child in custody of non-parental relative).
Within Z62.2 (upbringing away from parents), Z62.23 is specifically for child in custody of non-parental relative. Related codes cover child in welfare custody (Z62.21), Institutional upbringing (Z62.22), 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.
Common questions about Guardianship by non-parental relative ICD-10 codes
What is the ICD-10 code for Guardianship by non-parental relative?
- Z62.23 — Child in custody of non-parental relative.
Is Z62.23 billable?
- Yes. Z62.23 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code valid for FY2027 (October 1, 2026 – September 30, 2027).
Can Z62.23 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 Z62.23 a CC or MCC?
- No. Z62.23 is neither a CC nor an MCC under MS-DRG v44.0.