K22.2
BillableEsophageal obstruction
K22.2 is the ICD-10-CM code for Esophageal obstruction. It is a billable, specific code valid for reimbursement.
K00-K95 Diseases of the digestive system
What this means — in plain language
MedlinePlus · NIHWhat are esophagus disorders? Esophagus disorders are problems with how your esophagus works. The esophagus is the tube that carries food from your mouth to your stomach. You usually don't notice it unless you swallow something too big, hot, or cold. You might also notice it if something is wrong. When that happens, you might feel pain or have trouble swallowing (dysphagia). What causes esophagus disorders? The…
Read more about Esophagus Disorders at MedlinePlus ↗Source: U.S. National Library of Medicine (MedlinePlus). Informational only — not medical advice.
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)
Medications indicated for this condition
FDA labeling- Pantoprazole›
- Sodium BicarbonateProton Pump Inhibitor [EPC]›
- OmeprazoleProton Pump Inhibitor [EPC]›
- Ranitidine›
- Pantoprazole Sodium Delayed-release›
- Pantoprazole Sodium Dr›
- Pantoprazole Sodium Granules›
- Pantoprazole Sodium in 0.9% Sodium Chloride›
- Pantoprazole Sodium Injection›
Drugs whose FDA labeling lists this condition's category among its indications. Informational only — not a treatment recommendation or medical advice.
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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