ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code (2025)
Official Description for K44.0
Diaphragmatic hernia with obstruction, without gangrene
Coding Notes & Guidelines for K44.0
Inclusion Terms
- Diaphragmatic hernia causing obstruction
- Incarcerated diaphragmatic hernia
- Irreducible diaphragmatic hernia
- Strangulated diaphragmatic hernia
Parent Code (Less Specific):
About ICD-10-CM Code K44.0 (Diaphragmatic hernia with obstruction)
ICD-10-CM code K44.0 is a billable or specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes. The 2025 edition of ICD-10-CM K44.0 became effective on October 1, 2024.
This page provides detailed information about K44.0 - Diaphragmatic hernia with obstruction, without gangrene. It includes common terminology, coding guidelines such as "Includes," "Excludes1," and "Excludes2" notes, and information on required 7th characters. Utilizing this information correctly is essential for accurate medical coding and claims submission for conditions like Diaphragmatic hernia with obstruction related to gangrene.