K20

Esophagitis

Inclusion Terms

None inclusion terms specified for this code.

Code First

None code first specified for this code.

Use Additional Code

None use additional code specified for this code.

Cannot Code Together

These codes cannot be used together with the current code, even if both conditions are present.

  • • erosion of esophagus (K22.1-)
  • • esophagitis with gastro-esophageal reflux disease (K21.0-)
  • • reflux esophagitis (K21.0-)
  • • ulcerative esophagitis (K22.1-)

Can Code Together

These codes can be used together with the current code if both conditions are documented.

  • • eosinophilic gastritis or gastroenteritis (K52.81)