ICD-10-CM 2027
ICD-10 code for esophageal polyp
From the official ICD-10-CM alphabetic index entry “Polyp, polypus › esophageal”. Page updated September 29, 2026.
About coding esophageal polyp
The ICD-10-CM code for esophageal polyp is K22.81 (Esophageal polyp).
Within K22.8 (other specified diseases of esophagus), K22.81 is specifically for esophageal polyp. Related codes cover esophagogastric junction polyp (K22.82) and other specified disease of esophagus (K22.89).
Don't report K22.81 together with the conditions in its Excludes1 note: benign neoplasm of esophagus (D13.0).
It is not a CC or MCC, so as a secondary diagnosis it doesn't change the MS-DRG severity level.
Don't confuse with (Excludes1 for K22.81)
- benign neoplasm of esophagus (D13.0)
Common questions about esophageal polyp ICD-10 codes
What is the ICD-10 code for esophageal polyp?
- K22.81 — Esophageal polyp.
Is K22.81 billable?
- Yes. K22.81 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code valid for FY2027 (October 1, 2026 – September 30, 2027).
Can K22.81 be used as a principal diagnosis?
- Yes. The Medicare Code Editor doesn't restrict K22.81 as a principal diagnosis.
Is K22.81 a CC or MCC?
- No. K22.81 is neither a CC nor an MCC under MS-DRG v44.0.