ICD-10-CM 2027
ICD-10 code for relaxation lack of
From the official ICD-10-CM alphabetic index entry “Lack of › relaxation (affecting life-style)”. Page updated September 29, 2026.
About coding relaxation lack of
The ICD-10-CM code for relaxation lack of is Z73.2 (Lack of relaxation and leisure).
Within Z73 (problems related to life management difficulty), Z73.2 is specifically for lack of relaxation and leisure. Related codes cover Burn-out (Z73.0), type A behavior pattern (Z73.1), stress, not elsewhere classified (Z73.3), inadequate social skills, not elsewhere classified (Z73.4), social role conflict, not elsewhere classified (Z73.5), Limitation of activities due to disability (Z73.6), other problems related to life management difficulty (Z73.8) and problem related to life management difficulty, unspecified (Z73.9).
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 relaxation lack of ICD-10 codes
What is the ICD-10 code for relaxation lack of?
- Z73.2 — Lack of relaxation and leisure.
Is Z73.2 billable?
- Yes. Z73.2 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code valid for FY2027 (October 1, 2026 – September 30, 2027).
Can Z73.2 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 Z73.2 a CC or MCC?
- No. Z73.2 is neither a CC nor an MCC under MS-DRG v44.0.