ICD Code K43.6
ICD code K43.6 is used to identify other or unspecified ventral hernia with obstruction, but without gangrene, for accurate medical documentation.
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What is ICD diagnosis code K43.6
ICD code K43.6 is other and unspecified ventral hernia with obstruction, without gangrene.
When to use ICD code K43.6
1. Presence of a ventral hernia that does not fit into more specific ventral hernia categories
2. Evidence of intestinal or tissue obstruction associated with the hernia
3. Absence of gangrene or tissue necrosis
4. Clinical symptoms may include localized abdominal pain, swelling or bulge at the hernia site, nausea, vomiting, and signs of bowel obstruction such as constipation or inability to pass gas
5. Imaging or physical examination confirming hernia with obstruction but without signs of compromised blood supply or tissue death
Billable CPT codes for ICD code K43.6
Relevant CPT codes for ICD code K43.6 include:
49560, 49561, 49565, 49566, 49652, 49653, 49654, 49655, 49656, 49657
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