K45.0 – Other specified abdominal hernia with obstruction, without gangrene

ICD-10-CM 2027 diagnosis code · Hernia

Billable code

ICD-10-CM code K45.0
Code
K45.0 (claims format: K450)
Description
Other specified abdominal hernia with obstruction, without gangrene
Short description
Oth abdominal hernia with obstruction, without gangrene
Billable
Yes – valid for HIPAA-covered transactions
Valid for
Dates of service October 1, 2026 – September 30, 2027 (FY2027)
Chapter
11. Diseases of the digestive system (K00-K95)
Block
K40-K46 Hernia
Parent codes
K45

Notes for K45.0

Applicable to:
  • Other specified abdominal hernia causing obstruction
  • Other specified incarcerated abdominal hernia
  • Other specified irreducible abdominal hernia
  • Other specified strangulated abdominal hernia

Notes inherited from parent codes

Instructional notes at a category or block level apply to every code below it.

K45 – Other abdominal hernia

Includes:
  • abdominal hernia, specified site NEC
  • lumbar hernia
  • obturator hernia
  • pudendal hernia
  • retroperitoneal hernia
  • sciatic hernia

Block K40-K46

Includes:
  • acquired hernia
  • congenital [except diaphragmatic or hiatus] hernia
  • recurrent hernia
Notes:
  • Hernia with both gangrene and obstruction is classified to hernia with gangrene.

Index terms for K45.0

Entries in the ICD-10-CM alphabetic index that lead to this code:

Related codes in K45

Frequently asked questions

What is ICD-10 code K45.0?

K45.0 is the ICD-10-CM code for other specified abdominal hernia with obstruction, without gangrene, in the block K40-K46 (Hernia).

Is K45.0 a billable code?

Yes. K45.0 is a billable/specific code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.

What category does K45.0 belong to?

It belongs to category K45 – Other abdominal hernia.

Source: CDC/NCHS ICD-10-CM FY2027 code files, tabular list and index. Reference only – code assignment must follow the official ICD-10-CM guidelines and documentation in the medical record.