ICD Code K44.0

ICD code K44.0 is diaphragmatic hernia with obstruction, but without gangrene.

1. Presence of a diaphragmatic hernia confirmed by imaging or clinical evaluation

2. Evidence of obstruction related to the hernia, such as vomiting, abdominal pain, distention, or inability to pass stool or gas

3. Absence of clinical or imaging findings suggestive of gangrene (e.g., no signs of tissue necrosis, perforation, or peritonitis)

4. Symptoms may include respiratory distress, chest pain, or gastrointestinal symptoms depending on the hernia’s location and severity

5. Diagnosis established by a healthcare provider based on clinical assessment and diagnostic studies

Relevant CPT codes for ICD code K44.0 include:

- 49560: Repair initial incisional or ventral hernia; reducible

- 49561: Repair initial incisional or ventral hernia; incarcerated or strangulated

- 49565: Repair recurrent incisional or ventral hernia; reducible

- 49566: Repair recurrent incisional or ventral hernia; incarcerated or strangulated

- 43281: Laparoscopy, surgical, repair of paraesophageal hernia, includes fundoplasty, when performed; without implantation of mesh

- 43282: Laparoscopy, surgical, repair of paraesophageal hernia, includes fundoplasty, when performed; with implantation of mesh

- 39540: Repair, diaphragmatic hernia (other than hiatal); abdominal approach

- 39541: Repair, diaphragmatic hernia (other than hiatal); thoracic approach

- 39545: Repair, diaphragmatic hernia (other than hiatal); combined abdominal and thoracic approach

These CPT codes are applicable for procedures related to ICD code K44.0.

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