ICD-10-CM 2027
ICD-10 code for spousal abuse perpetrator counseling
Encounter for mental health services for perpetrator of spousal or partner abuse
From the official ICD-10-CM alphabetic index entry “Counseling (for) › spousal abuse (perpetrator)”. Page updated September 29, 2026.
About coding spousal abuse perpetrator counseling
The ICD-10-CM code for spousal abuse perpetrator counseling is Z69.12 (Encounter for mental health services for perpetrator of spousal or partner abuse). The official index lists 1 more specific code, so check the documentation for details such as type, cause, site or severity before settling on Z69.12.
Within Z69.1 (encounter for mental health services for spousal or partner abuse problems), Z69.12 is specifically for encounter for mental health services for perpetrator of spousal or partner abuse. Related codes cover victim of spousal or partner abuse (Z69.11).
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 spousal abuse perpetrator counseling codes (official index)
- victim Z69.11 — Encounter for mental health services for victim of spousal or partner abuse
Common questions about spousal abuse perpetrator counseling ICD-10 codes
What is the ICD-10 code for spousal abuse perpetrator counseling?
- Z69.12 — Encounter for mental health services for perpetrator of spousal or partner abuse. More specific codes apply when the documentation supports them: Z69.11.
What is the ICD-10 code for victim spousal abuse perpetrator counseling?
- Z69.11 — Encounter for mental health services for victim of spousal or partner abuse.
Is Z69.12 billable?
- Yes. Z69.12 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code valid for FY2027 (October 1, 2026 – September 30, 2027).
Can Z69.12 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 Z69.12 a CC or MCC?
- No. Z69.12 is neither a CC nor an MCC under MS-DRG v44.0.