ICD-10-CM 2027
ICD-10 code for esophagus constriction
From the official ICD-10-CM alphabetic index entry “Constriction › esophagus”. Page updated September 29, 2026.
About coding esophagus constriction
The ICD-10-CM code for esophagus constriction is K22.2 (Esophageal obstruction).
Within K22 (other diseases of esophagus), K22.2 is specifically for esophageal obstruction. Related codes cover Achalasia of cardia (K22.0), ulcer of esophagus (K22.1), perforation of esophagus (K22.3), dyskinesia of esophagus (K22.4), diverticulum of esophagus, acquired (K22.5), Gastro-esophageal laceration-hemorrhage syndrome (K22.6), Barrett's esophagus (K22.7), other specified diseases of esophagus (K22.8) and 1 more.
Don't report K22.2 together with the conditions in its Excludes1 note: congenital stenosis or stricture of esophagus (Q39.3).
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 K22.2)
- congenital stenosis or stricture of esophagus (Q39.3)
Common questions about esophagus constriction ICD-10 codes
What is the ICD-10 code for esophagus constriction?
- K22.2 — Esophageal obstruction.
Is K22.2 billable?
- Yes. K22.2 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code valid for FY2027 (October 1, 2026 – September 30, 2027).
Can K22.2 be used as a principal diagnosis?
- Yes. The Medicare Code Editor doesn't restrict K22.2 as a principal diagnosis.
Is K22.2 a CC or MCC?
- No. K22.2 is neither a CC nor an MCC under MS-DRG v44.0.