ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code (2025)
Official Description for K22.3
Perforation of esophagus
Coding Notes & Guidelines for K22.3
Excludes1: Not Coded Here
traumatic perforation of (thoracic) esophagus (S27.8-)
Inclusion Terms
Rupture of esophagus
Parent Code (Less Specific):
About ICD-10-CM Code K22.3 (Perforation of esophagus)
ICD-10-CM code K22.3 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 K22.3 became effective on October 1, 2024.
This page provides detailed information about K22.3 - Perforation 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 Perforation of esophagus.