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Home/Diagnosis/ICD-10 Coding for Ulcer of Gastroesophageal Junction

ICD-10 Coding for Ulcer of Gastroesophageal Junction

K22.10
K22.11

Complete ICD-10-CM coding and documentation guide for icd-10 coding for ulcer of gastroesophageal junction includes clinical validation requirements, medical necessity guidelines, and coding policies.

Also Known as:
GE Junction Ulcer
Gastroesophageal Junction Ulcer
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Key Information: ICD-10 Coding for Ulcer of Gastroesophageal Junction

Essential facts and insights about ICD-10 Coding for Ulcer of Gastroesophageal Junction

Use ICD-10 code K22.10 for ulcer of esophagus without bleeding, ensuring proper documentation in clinical notes.

Primary ICD-10-CM Codes

Ulcer of esophagus without bleeding

Billable Code
K22.10
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

  • • Ulcer confirmed at the GE junction without bleeding

Applicable To

  • • Ulcer at the gastroesophageal junction without bleeding

Important Notes

  • • Ensure documentation specifies the ulcer location at the GE junction.

Ulcer of esophagus with bleeding

Billable Code
K22.11
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

  • • Endoscopic evidence of bleeding at the ulcer site
  • • Clinical documentation of bleeding symptoms

Applicable To

  • • Ulcer at the gastroesophageal junction with bleeding

Important Notes

  • • Document the presence of bleeding clearly in the medical record.
Ancillary Codes

Additional codes that may be used with this diagnosis

K22.71

Barrett’s esophagus with dysplasia

Use if Barrett’s esophagus is present with the ulcer.

B37.8

Candidal esophagitis

Use if fungal infection is the cause of the ulcer.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the ICD-10 code for an ulcer at the gastroesophageal junction?

The ICD-10 code for an ulcer at the gastroesophageal junction without bleeding is K22.10, and with bleeding is K22.11.

How do you document a GE junction ulcer?

Document the ulcer's location, size, bleeding status, and etiology. Include endoscopic findings and any related test results.

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