F63.0 ICD-10-CM Code: Pathological gambling
A clear reference for the official code description, hierarchy, and related coding information from the FY 2027 U.S. release.
Official description
F63.0Pathological gambling
ICD-10-CM diagnosis code · United States clinical modification
Where F63.0 sits
- 1
Chapter 5
Mental, Behavioral and Neurodevelopmental disorders (F01-F99)
- 2
Section
Disorders of adult personality and behavior (F60-F69)
- 3
Category F63
Impulse disorders
- 4
Code F63.0
Pathological gambling
Notes for this code
Inclusion terms
- Compulsive gambling
- Gambling disorder
Code first
No “code first” instruction is listed for F63.0.
Use additional code
No “use additional code” instruction is listed for F63.0.
Excludes1
Conditions that should not be reported together with this code.
- gambling and betting NOS (Z72.6)
Excludes2
Conditions not included here that may be reported separately when present.
- excessive gambling by manic patients (F30, F31)
- gambling in antisocial personality disorder (F60.2)
Source and release
- Data release
- U.S. ICD-10-CM · FY 2027
- Effective date
- Oct 1, 2026
- Publisher
- Vero Scribe Inc.
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Frequently asked questions
What does ICD-10-CM code F63.0 mean?
F63.0 is the FY 2027 U.S. ICD-10-CM code for “Pathological gambling.”
Is F63.0 a billable or specific ICD-10-CM code?
Yes. In the FY 2027 reference data used on this page, F63.0 has no child codes and is presented as a billable/specific code. Always confirm the active code set and payer requirements before use.
Where is F63.0 located in ICD-10-CM?
F63.0 is listed in Chapter 5, Mental, Behavioral and Neurodevelopmental disorders (F01-F99), within Disorders of adult personality and behavior (F60-F69) (F60–F69), under category F63, Impulse disorders.
What coding notes are listed for F63.0?
Its listed inclusion terms are Compulsive gambling; Gambling disorder. No code-first instruction is listed. Excludes1 notes: gambling and betting NOS (Z72.6). Excludes2 notes: excessive gambling by manic patients (F30, F31); gambling in antisocial personality disorder (F60.2).