K22.2

Billable

Esophageal obstruction

K22.2 is the ICD-10-CM code for Esophageal obstruction. It is a billable, specific code valid for reimbursement.

Status
Billable
Chapter
K00-K95
Parent
K22
Edition
FY2026

K00-K95 Diseases of the digestive system

Includes

  • Compression of esophagus
  • Constriction of esophagus
  • Stenosis of esophagus
  • Stricture of esophagus

Excludes1 — not coded here

  • congenital stenosis or stricture of esophagus (Q39.3)

Frequently asked questions

What is ICD-10 code K22.2?
K22.2 is the ICD-10-CM code for "Esophageal obstruction". It falls under K00-K95 Diseases of the digestive system.
Is K22.2 a billable code?
Yes — K22.2 is a billable, specific ICD-10-CM code valid for reimbursement.
What is excluded from K22.2?
Excludes1 (not coded here): congenital stenosis or stricture of esophagus (Q39.3).

Source: CMS ICD-10-CM FY2026. For informational purposes only — not medical advice. See our medical disclaimer.

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