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Home/Diagnosis/ICD-10 Coding for Diaphragmatic Hernia

ICD-10 Coding for Diaphragmatic Hernia

K44.9
Q79.0

Complete ICD-10-CM coding and documentation guide for icd-10 coding for diaphragmatic hernia includes clinical validation requirements, medical necessity guidelines, and coding policies.

Also Known as:
Hiatal Hernia
Paraesophageal Hernia
Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia (CDH)
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Key Information: ICD-10 Coding for Diaphragmatic Hernia

Essential facts and insights about ICD-10 Coding for Diaphragmatic Hernia

Use ICD-10 code K44.9 for diaphragmatic hernia without obstruction or gangrene, ensuring proper documentation in clinical notes.

Primary ICD-10-CM Codes

Diaphragmatic hernia without obstruction or gangrene

Billable Code
K44.9
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

  • • Imaging confirms hernia without obstruction

Applicable To

  • • Hiatal hernia without obstruction
  • • Paraesophageal hernia without obstruction

Important Notes

  • • Ensure documentation specifies absence of obstruction or gangrene.

Congenital diaphragmatic hernia

Billable Code
Q79.0
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

  • • Prenatal ultrasound or postnatal imaging confirming hernia
  • • Documentation of associated anomalies

Applicable To

  • • Bochdalek hernia
  • • Morgagni hernia

Important Notes

  • • Ensure documentation includes congenital nature and associated conditions.
Ancillary Codes

Additional codes that may be used with this diagnosis

K21.9

Gastro-esophageal reflux disease without esophagitis

Use if GERD is present with hiatal hernia.

I27.0

Primary pulmonary hypertension

Use if pulmonary hypertension is present with CDH.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the ICD-10 code for diaphragmatic hernia?

The ICD-10 code for diaphragmatic hernia without obstruction or gangrene is K44.9. For congenital cases, use Q79.0.

How do you code a diaphragmatic hernia with obstruction?

Use ICD-10 code K44.0 for diaphragmatic hernia with obstruction but without gangrene.

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