Current

K44 — Diaphragmatic hernia

Part of Chapter 11: Diseases of the digestive system , block Hernia (K40-K46) .

Official Notes

Includes

hiatus hernia (esophageal) (sliding)

Includes

paraesophageal hernia

Excludes1

congenital diaphragmatic hernia ( Q79.0 )

Excludes1

congenital hiatus hernia ( Q40.1 )

Child Codes

Referenced By

Official notes on these codes cite K44.

J98.6 Disorders of diaphragm Billable

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