ICD-10 Code K41.11 – Bilateral femoral hernia, with gangrene, recurrent (2026): Diagnosis, Symptoms & Billing Guide
2026 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code K41.11 – Bilateral femoral hernia, with gangrene, recurrent
What it is
K41.11 identifies a recurrent femoral hernia on both sides of the groin, with gangrene present. Use it when documentation shows a femoral hernia has returned and the trapped tissue has lost blood supply.
Clinical signs
Clinical features vary; refer to documentation. Typical records may note a painful groin bulge, irreducibility, and signs of strangulation or tissue necrosis consistent with gangrene.
When to use this code
Use this code when the provider documents bilateral femoral hernia, gangrene, and recurrence in the same encounter record. It may apply in surgical, emergency, or inpatient notes when the diagnosis is clearly stated. Check documentation if laterality, recurrence, or gangrene is unclear.
Do not use for
Do not use this code for femoral hernia without gangrene, for unilateral disease, or when recurrence is not documented. Do not assume gangrene from obstruction alone; check documentation.
Coding tip
Verify all three elements—bilateral, recurrent, and gangrene—before assigning K41.11.