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K22.5

Billable

Diverticulum of esophagus, acquired

This code does not map to an HCC category in any model (V28, V24, ESRD, RxHCC).

What This Code Means

A small pouch or outpouching that develops in the esophagus wall, typically acquired over time rather than present from birth.

Coding Tips

  • •Specify location (cervical, mid-esophageal, epiphrenic) if documented for clarity
  • •Document any complications such as bleeding, obstruction, or perforation separately

Excludes 1 — Do NOT code together

  • diverticulum of esophagus (congenital) (Q39.6)

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