ICD-10-CM K22.1: Ulcer of esophagus

ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code (2025)

Official Description for K22.1

Ulcer of esophagus

Coding Notes & Guidelines for K22.1

Excludes1: Not Coded Here

Barrett's esophagus (K22.7-)

Excludes2: Not Included Here

bleeding esophageal varices (I85.01, I85.11)

Code First

poisoning due to drug or toxin, if applicable (T36-T65 with fifth or sixth character 1-4)

Use Additional Code

code for adverse effect, if applicable, to identify drug (T36-T50 with fifth or sixth character 5)

Inclusion Terms
  • Barrett's ulcer
  • Erosion of esophagus
  • Fungal ulcer of esophagus
  • Peptic ulcer of esophagus
  • Ulcer of esophagus due to ingestion of chemicals
  • Ulcer of esophagus due to ingestion of drugs and medicaments
  • Ulcerative esophagitis
Inclusion Terms

Ulcer of esophagus NOS

Parent Code (Less Specific):

K22 - Other diseases of esophagus

About ICD-10-CM Code K22.1 (Ulcer of esophagus)

ICD-10-CM code K22.1 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 K22.1 became effective on October 1, 2024.

This page provides detailed information about K22.1 - Ulcer of esophagus. 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 Ulcer of esophagus.