ICD-10-CM Code for Diaphragmatic hernia without obstruction or gangrene K44.9

ICD-10 code K44.9 for Diaphragmatic hernia without obstruction or gangrene is a medical classification as listed by WHO under the range - Diseases of the digestive system .

Official Long Descriptor

Diaphragmatic hernia without obstruction or gangrene

Diaphragmatic hernia NOS

K44

Includes: hiatus hernia (esophageal) (sliding)
paraesophageal hernia

Excludes1: congenital diaphragmatic hernia (Q79.0)
congenital hiatus hernia (Q40.1)

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