Z72.6 ICD 10 Code is a billable and specific code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis of Gambling and betting for reimbursement purposes. The 2023 edition of the American ICD-10-CM code became effective on October 1, 2022.

Type 1 excludes for Z72.6 ICD 10 code
  • compulsive or pathological gambling (F63.0)

Terms applicables to Z72.6 ICD 10 code
Possible back-references that may be applicable or related to Z72.6 ICD10 Code:

Present On Admission (POA Exempt)

Z72.6 ICD 10 code is considered exempt from POA reporting

Clinical information about Z72.6 ICD 10 code

Many people enjoy gambling, whether it's betting on a horse or playing poker on the Internet. Most people who gamble don't have a problem, but some lose control of their gambling. Signs of problem gambling include :

  • Always thinking about gambling
  • Lying about gambling
  • Spending work or family time gambling
  • Feeling bad after you gamble, but not quitting
  • Gambling with money you need for other things

If you have concerns about your gambling, ask for help. Your health care provider can work with you to find the treatment that's best for you.

NIH: National Institutes of Health

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