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Hiatal Hernia Unspecified ICD 10 code NOS is K44.9. It is a billable code used for reimbursement purposes. As discussed above, whenever the patient is only diagnosed with hiatal hernia or when it is only documented in medical records or the superbill, we will code ICD 10 for hiatal hernia NOS, which is also applicable for diaphragmatic hernia NOS.
K44.9 is a specific code for diaphragmatic hernia without obstruction or gangrene, which may include hiatal hernia. It is a billable code that can be used for reimbursement purposes and became effective in 2023.
Find the diagnosis codes for hiatal hernia and its complications, such as gangrene, obstruction, or congenital form. The code Q79.51 is for unspecified abdominal hernia, which includes hiatal hernia.
It is conceivable that a hiatal hernia, potentially accompanied by gangrene and obstruction, could be a contributing factor. Thus, if a patient is diagnosed with a confirmed hiatal hernia and presents with obstruction, this ICD-10 code can be utilized. P78.83; This ICD-10 code stands for Newborn esophageal reflux. This is similar to K21.9.
ICD-10 Code for: Diaphragmatic hernia without obstruction or gangrene ... K43.6 - Other and unspecified ventral hernia with obstruction, ... Hiatal Hernia herniation ...
Learn how to code hernias by location, type, laterality, complications, and temporal parameters. Find out how to distinguish between hiatal hernia and other diaphragmatic hernias, and how to code them correctly.
Q40.1 is a specific code for congenital displacement of cardia through esophageal hiatus, also known as congenital hiatus hernia. It is not the same as unspecified abdominal hernia (K46.9) or diaphragmatic hernia (Q44.9).