ICD-10-CM · Chapter 11 · K00-K95
K44 Diaphragmatic hernia
Includes
- hiatus hernia (esophageal) (sliding)
- paraesophageal hernia
Excludes 1 (cannot be coded together)
- congenital diaphragmatic hernia (Q79.0)
- congenital hiatus hernia (Q40.1)
Subcodes
Subcodes are listed below for reference. Detail pages are not available for chapters 11–22.
| Code | Description | Billable |
|---|---|---|
| K44..0 | Diaphragmatic hernia with obstruction, without gangrene | Yes |
| K44..1 | Diaphragmatic hernia with gangrene | Yes |
| K44..9 | Diaphragmatic hernia without obstruction or gangrene | Yes |
Last reviewed: September 2026