K43.9 ICD-10-CM Code: Ventral hernia without obstruction or gangrene
A clear reference for the official code description, hierarchy, and related coding information from the FY 2027 U.S. release.
Code definition
Official description
K43.9Ventral hernia without obstruction or gangrene
ICD-10-CM diagnosis code · United States clinical modification
Classification
Where K43.9 sits
- 1
Chapter 11
Diseases of the digestive system (K00-K95)
- 2
Section
Hernia (K40-K46)
- 3
Category K43
Ventral hernia
- 4
Code K43.9
Ventral hernia without obstruction or gangrene
Documentation details
Notes for this code
Inclusion terms
- Epigastric hernia
- Ventral hernia NOS
Code first
No “code first” instruction is listed for K43.9.
Use additional code
No “use additional code” instruction is listed for K43.9.
Excludes1
Conditions that should not be reported together with this code.
No Excludes1 note is listed for K43.9.
Excludes2
Conditions not included here that may be reported separately when present.
No Excludes2 note is listed for K43.9.
Transparency
Source and release
This reference is generated from Vero’s ICD-10-CM description, hierarchy, and code-note dataset. The visible content and structured data share that source.
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Frequently asked questions
What does ICD-10-CM code K43.9 mean?
K43.9 is the FY 2027 U.S. ICD-10-CM code for “Ventral hernia without obstruction or gangrene.”
Is K43.9 a billable or specific ICD-10-CM code?
Yes. In the FY 2027 reference data used on this page, K43.9 has no child codes and is presented as a billable/specific code. Always confirm the active code set and payer requirements before use.
Where is K43.9 located in ICD-10-CM?
K43.9 is listed in Chapter 11, Diseases of the digestive system (K00-K95), within Hernia (K40-K46) (K40–K46), under category K43, Ventral hernia.
What coding notes are listed for K43.9?
Its listed inclusion terms are Epigastric hernia; Ventral hernia NOS. No code-first instruction is listed. No Excludes1 note is listed. No Excludes2 note is listed.
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