K41

Non-billable

Femoral hernia

K41 is the ICD-10-CM code for Femoral hernia. It is a non-billable category code — use a more specific child code such as K41.0 for billing.

Status
Header (non-billable)
Chapter
K00-K95
Subcodes
6
Edition
FY2026

K00-K95 Diseases of the digestive system

What this means — in plain language

MedlinePlus · NIH

A hernia happens when part of an internal organ or tissue bulges through a weak area of muscle. Most hernias are in the abdomen. There are several types of hernias, including: Inguinal, in the groin. This is the the most common type. Umbilical, around the belly button Incisional, through a scar Hiatal , a small opening in the diaphragm that allows the upper part of the stomach to move up into the chest. Congenital…

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Source: U.S. National Library of Medicine (MedlinePlus). Informational only — not medical advice.

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Frequently asked questions

What is ICD-10 code K41?
K41 is the ICD-10-CM code for "Femoral hernia". It falls under K00-K95 Diseases of the digestive system.
Is K41 a billable code?
No — K41 is a non-billable header code. Use a more specific child code (such as K41.0) for billing.
What are the subcodes of K41?
K41 has 6 more specific child codes, including K41.0, K41.1, K41.2.

Source: CMS ICD-10-CM FY2026. For informational purposes only — not medical advice. See our medical disclaimer.

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