ICD-10 K22.7
Non-Billable HeaderBarrett's esophagus
About ICD-10-CM K22.7
ICD-10-CM code K22.7 represents Barrett's esophagus. This is a non-billable header code in the Digestive System chapter (block K22). The 2026 edition of ICD-10-CM K22.7 became effective on October 1, 2025. Non-billable codes cannot be used as a primary or secondary diagnosis on a claim, use a more specific child code instead.
Inclusion Terms / Approximate Synonyms
Clinical terms and conditions classified under K22.7. Per CMS ICD-10-CM Tabular 2026.
- Barrett's disease
- Barrett's syndrome
Type 1 Excludes
Pure excludes, these codes can never be coded together with K22.7. The conditions are mutually exclusive (e.g., congenital vs acquired forms).
- Barrett's ulcer (K22.1)
- malignant neoplasm of esophagus (C15.-)
Medicare LCD Coverage for K22.7
Local Coverage Determinations (LCDs) from CMS MACs that list K22.7 as a covered diagnosis.
This doesn't mean the code isn't covered, it means no MAC has issued a Local Coverage Determination naming this specific code. Coverage may still apply under National Coverage Determinations or general medical-necessity rules.
Commercial Payer Coverage
Coverage policies from major commercial payers referencing K22.7.
Our payer policy database covers Aetna, Cigna, Anthem, BCBS, Humana, and Medicare Advantage plans, but K22.7 doesn't currently appear in any indexed policy. The code may still be covered under standard plan benefits.
CPT Codes Commonly Billed with K22.7
Procedures frequently paired with this diagnosis based on PayerReady's Dx↔Px linkage data.
We don't have CPT pairings indexed for this specific code yet. Use the CPT search above to find common procedures, or check your payer's published medical policy for code-specific guidance.
Codes Adjacent To K22.7
Other codes in section K20-K31 (Diseases of esophagus, stomach and duodenum).
ICD-10 K22.7, Billing FAQ
Is ICD-10 code K22.7 billable? +
No, K22.7 is a non-billable header code. Use a more specific child code from block K22 when submitting claims.
What other names or terms map to K22.7? +
ICD-10 K22.7 includes: Barrett's disease; Barrett's syndrome.
What codes are Type 1 Excludes for K22.7? +
Type 1 Excludes (never code together with K22.7): Barrett's ulcer (K22.1); malignant neoplasm of esophagus (C15.-)
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Verified against the CMS 2026 code set on June 1, 2026.
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