ICD-9-CM Diagnosis Code 552.03
Diagnosis Code: 552.03 (Raw: 55203)
Description: Femoral hernia with obstruction, bilateral, recurrent
Classification: International Classification of Diseases, Ninth Revision, Clinical Modification (ICD-9-CM)
Fiscal Year: 2026 Reference
CMS Section 111 Status: Valid for reporting.
Overview & Historical Usage
ICD-9-CM code 552.03 is designated for Femoral hernia with obstruction, bilateral, recurrent. While superseded by ICD-10 for current healthcare encounters, it remains a recognized reference code for CMS Section 111 reporting, legacy claims adjudication, and historical clinical data analysis.
