Barrett's esophagus without dysplasia

This code signifies a condition where the normal squamous lining of the lower esophagus is replaced by columnar epithelium, a change often associated with chronic gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). It specifically indicates that there are no precancerous cellular changes (dysplasia) present in the metaplastic tissue.

Use this code when documentation confirms the presence of Barrett's esophagus without any mention of dysplasia, or when biopsy results explicitly state "no dysplasia." This diagnosis is typically established via endoscopy with biopsy.

• Do not use this code if dysplasia (low-grade or high-grade) is documented; refer to the specific codes for Barrett's with dysplasia.
• Always sequence this code after the underlying cause, such as GERD (K21.9), if applicable and documented.
• Ensure the pathology report clearly states "no dysplasia" to support the use of this specific code.