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Home/Diagnosis/ICD-10 Coding for History of Hernia Repair

ICD-10 Coding for History of Hernia Repair

K40.90
Z98.890

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

Also Known as:
Post-hernia surgery
Hernia repair follow-up
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Key Information: ICD-10 Coding for History of Hernia Repair

Essential facts and insights about ICD-10 Coding for History of Hernia Repair

Use ICD-10 code K40.90 for unilateral inguinal hernia, without obstruction or gangrene, not specified as recurrent, ensuring proper documentation in clinical notes.

Primary ICD-10-CM Codes

Unilateral inguinal hernia, without obstruction or gangrene, not specified as recurrent

Billable Code
K40.90
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

  • • Presence of inguinal bulge without prior surgery

Applicable To

  • • Inguinal hernia without obstruction

Important Notes

  • • Ensure documentation specifies laterality and recurrence status.

Other specified postprocedural states

Billable Code
Z98.890
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

  • • Patient history confirming prior hernia surgery
  • • No current symptoms of hernia

Applicable To

  • • History of hernia repair

Important Notes

  • • Ensure no active hernia is documented.
Ancillary Codes

Additional codes that may be used with this diagnosis

Z98.890

Other specified postprocedural states

Use to indicate history of hernia repair when no active hernia is present.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the ICD-10 code for history of hernia repair?

The ICD-10 code for history of hernia repair is Z98.890, used when there is no active hernia present.

When should Z98.890 be used?

Z98.890 should be used for follow-up visits after hernia repair when no active hernia is present.

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