ICD-10-CM Z63.3: Absence of family member

ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code (2025)

Official Description for Z63.3

Absence of family member

Coding Notes & Guidelines for Z63.3

Excludes1: Not Coded Here
  • absence of family member due to disappearance and death (Z63.4)
  • absence of family member due to separation and divorce (Z63.5)
Excludes1: Not Coded Here

family disruption due to return of family member from military deployment (Z63.71)

Inclusion Terms

Individual or family affected by other family member being on military deployment

Parent Code (Less Specific):

About ICD-10-CM Code Z63.3 (Absence of family member)

ICD-10-CM code Z63.3 is a billable or specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes. The 2025 edition of ICD-10-CM Z63.3 became effective on October 1, 2024.

This page provides detailed information about Z63.3 - Absence of family member. It includes common terminology, coding guidelines such as "Includes," "Excludes1," and "Excludes2" notes, and information on required 7th characters. Utilizing this information correctly is essential for accurate medical coding and claims submission for conditions like Absence of family member.