ICD-10 Code K94.32 – Esophagostomy infection (2026): Diagnosis, Symptoms & Billing Guide
2026 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code K94.32 – Esophagostomy infection
What it is
K94.32 identifies an infection involving an esophagostomy, which is a surgically created opening into the esophagus. Use it when the record states the stoma or tract is infected.
Clinical signs
Documentation may note local redness, drainage, swelling, pain, or other signs of infection at the esophagostomy site. Clinical features vary; refer to documentation.
When to use this code
Use K94.32 when the provider documents infection of an esophagostomy, whether acute or ongoing, and the infection is the reason for care. You may also use it when the note clearly links symptoms or wound findings to the esophagostomy site. Check documentation if the infection is described more generally or at another location.
Do not use for
Do not use this code for a noninfected esophagostomy complication or for problems unrelated to the stoma. If the documentation names a different device or site, code that condition instead.
Coding tip
Code the infection only when the provider explicitly identifies the esophagostomy as the source.