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Home/Diagnosis/ICD-10 Coding for Paraesophageal Hernia

ICD-10 Coding for Paraesophageal Hernia

K44.01
K44.11
K44.21

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

Also Known as:
Hiatal Hernia Type II
Rolling Hernia
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Key Information: ICD-10 Coding for Paraesophageal Hernia

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

Use ICD-10 code K44.01 for diaphragmatic hernia without obstruction or gangrene, ensuring proper documentation in clinical notes.

Primary ICD-10-CM Codes

Diaphragmatic hernia without obstruction or gangrene

Non-Billable
K44.01
Non-Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

  • • Confirmed paraesophageal hernia without obstruction

Applicable To

  • • Paraesophageal hernia without obstruction

Important Notes

  • • Ensure documentation specifies 'paraesophageal' to avoid misclassification.

Diaphragmatic hernia with obstruction, without gangrene

Non-Billable
K44.11
Non-Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

  • • Use when a paraesophageal hernia is confirmed with obstruction but without gangrene.

Applicable To

  • • Paraesophageal hernia with obstruction

Important Notes

  • • Document specific symptoms of obstruction such as vomiting or dysphagia.

Diaphragmatic hernia with gangrene

Non-Billable
K44.21
Non-Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

  • • Use when a paraesophageal hernia is confirmed with gangrene.

Applicable To

  • • Paraesophageal hernia with gangrene

Important Notes

  • • Ensure gangrene is documented with operative or pathology reports.
Frequently Asked Questions

What is the ICD-10 code for paraesophageal hernia?

The ICD-10 code for paraesophageal hernia without obstruction or gangrene is K44.01. Use K44.11 for hernias with obstruction and K44.21 for those with gangrene.

How do you code a paraesophageal hernia repair?

For laparoscopic repair of a paraesophageal hernia, use CPT code 43281 without mesh and 43282 with mesh. Document the surgical approach and mesh usage.

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