Non-Billable / Non-Specific Code
ICD-10-CM K22.8 is the diagnosis code for Other specified diseases of esophagus. This code falls under the section "Diseases of esophagus, stomach and duodenum" within Chapter 11 â Diseases of the digestive system (K00-K95). It is a non-billable/non-specific ICD-10-CM code that should not be used for reimbursement. A more specific sub-code is required for billing. Medical coders and healthcare providers use this code to document and classify diagnoses in electronic health records, insurance claims, and clinical databases.
The following conditions are not included in K22.8. If the patient has both, code each condition separately:
Understanding where K22.8 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:
No, K22.8 is a non-billable/non-specific code. You should use a more specific sub-code for billing and reimbursement.
K22.8 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Other specified diseases of esophagus". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.
The parent code of K22.8 is K22 ("Other diseases of esophagus"). K22.8 provides a more specific classification within this category.
K22.8 is located in Section K20-K31 â "Diseases of esophagus, stomach and duodenum" within Chapter 11 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.
K22.8 has 3 sub-code(s) that provide more specific detail: K22.81, K22.82, K22.89.
Use K22.8 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Other specified diseases of esophagus" and the clinical documentation supports this level of specificity. Always verify with the latest ICD-10-CM guidelines and payer requirements.
The ICD-10-CM code for Other specified diseases of esophagus is K22.8.
No, K22.8 is non-billable. Use a more specific sub-code for primary diagnosis billing.
K22.8 is in Chapter 11 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.
Yes, K22.8 is a valid ICD-10-CM code for the 2026 fiscal year, subject to official CMS updates.