Bilateral femoral hernia, w/o obst or gangrene, recurrent

This code signifies a hernia located in both femoral regions that has reappeared after prior repair. It specifically indicates that there are no complications of bowel obstruction or tissue death (gangrene) associated with the current recurrence.

Apply this code when documentation clearly states a patient presents with a recurrent femoral hernia affecting both sides. The medical record must explicitly confirm the absence of obstruction or gangrene. This code is appropriate for follow-up visits or surgical planning for such recurrent, uncomplicated bilateral femoral hernias.

• Ensure documentation specifies "recurrent" and "bilateral" to accurately assign this code.
• Verify the absence of obstruction or gangrene; if present, a different subcategory code would be required.
• Distinguish from inguinal hernias (K40.-) and unilateral femoral hernias (K41.0-K41.9) based on anatomical location and laterality.