ICD-10 Specific code K40: Inguinal hernia

Specific codes in ICD-10 are unique alphanumeric designations used to identify and categorize diseases, disorders, and conditions. They consist of 3-5 characters, including both letters and numbers, that provide a high level of detail and specificity.

Translations

Language Translation
Flag for English language  English Inguinal hernia
Flag for French language  French Hernie inguinale

Hierarchical position

Level Code Title
1 XI Diseases of the digestive system
2 K40-K46 Hernia
3 K40 Inguinal hernia

Contents

Code Title
K40.0 Bilateral inguinal hernia, with obstruction, without gangrene
K40.1 Bilateral inguinal hernia, with gangrene
K40.2 Bilateral inguinal hernia, without obstruction or gangrene
K40.3 Unilateral or unspecified inguinal hernia, with obstruction, without gangrene
K40.4 Unilateral or unspecified inguinal hernia, with gangrene
K40.9 Unilateral or unspecified inguinal hernia, without obstruction or gangrene
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