K22.10 – Ulcer of esophagus without bleeding

ICD-10-CM 2027 diagnosis code · Diseases of esophagus, stomach and duodenum

Billable code

ICD-10-CM code K22.10
Code
K22.10 (claims format: K2210)
Description
Ulcer of esophagus without bleeding
Billable
Yes – valid for HIPAA-covered transactions
Valid for
Dates of service October 1, 2026 – September 30, 2027 (FY2027)
Chapter
11. Diseases of the digestive system (K00-K95)
Block
K20-K31 Diseases of esophagus, stomach and duodenum
Parent codes
K22 › K22.1

Notes for K22.10

Applicable to:
  • Ulcer of esophagus NOS

Notes inherited from parent codes

Instructional notes at a category or block level apply to every code below it.

K22 – Other diseases of esophagus

Excludes2 (not included here):
  • esophageal varices (I85.-)

K22.1 – Ulcer of esophagus

Applicable to:
  • 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
Excludes1 (not coded here):
  • Barrett's esophagus (K22.7-)
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)

Block K20-K31

Excludes2 (not included here):
  • hiatus hernia (K44.-)

Index terms for K22.10

Entries in the ICD-10-CM alphabetic index that lead to this code:

Related codes in K22.1

Frequently asked questions

What is ICD-10 code K22.10?

K22.10 is the ICD-10-CM code for ulcer of esophagus without bleeding, in the block K20-K31 (Diseases of esophagus, stomach and duodenum).

Is K22.10 a billable code?

Yes. K22.10 is a billable/specific code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.

What category does K22.10 belong to?

It belongs to category K22 – Other diseases of esophagus.

Source: CDC/NCHS ICD-10-CM FY2027 code files, tabular list and index. Reference only – code assignment must follow the official ICD-10-CM guidelines and documentation in the medical record.