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Home/Diagnosis/ICD-10 Coding for Incisional Hernia

ICD-10 Coding for Incisional Hernia

K43.0
K43.2

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

Also Known as:
Ventral Hernia
Postoperative Hernia
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Key Information: ICD-10 Coding for Incisional Hernia

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

Use ICD-10 code K43.0 for incisional hernia with obstruction, without gangrene, ensuring proper documentation in clinical notes.

Primary ICD-10-CM Codes

Incisional hernia with obstruction, without gangrene

Billable Code
K43.0
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

clinical_criteria:
  • • Obstruction without gangrene confirmed by imaging

Applicable To

  • • Incarcerated incisional hernia

Important Notes

  • • Ensure documentation specifies the absence of gangrene.

Incisional hernia with gangrene

Billable Code
K43.2
Billable

Applicable To

  • • Gangrenous incisional hernia

Important Notes

  • • Document gangrene clearly in the operative report.
Ancillary Codes

Additional codes that may be used with this diagnosis

R10.11

Right upper quadrant pain

Use if the patient presents with pain in the right upper quadrant.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the ICD-10 code for incisional hernia with obstruction?

The ICD-10 code for an incisional hernia with obstruction, without gangrene, is K43.0.

How do you code an incisional hernia with gangrene?

For an incisional hernia with gangrene, use ICD-10 code K43.2.

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