ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code (2025)
Official Description for K22.2
Esophageal obstruction
Coding Notes & Guidelines for K22.2
Excludes1: Not Coded Here
congenital stenosis or stricture of esophagus (Q39.3)
Inclusion Terms
- Compression of esophagus
- Constriction of esophagus
- Stenosis of esophagus
- Stricture of esophagus
Parent Code (Less Specific):
About ICD-10-CM Code K22.2 (Esophageal obstruction)
ICD-10-CM code K22.2 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 K22.2 became effective on October 1, 2024.
This page provides detailed information about K22.2 - Esophageal obstruction. 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 Esophageal obstruction.