Bloodstream infection due to central venous catheter, subs

This code signifies a bloodstream infection that has developed as a direct complication of a central venous catheter (CVC). It indicates that the patient is receiving ongoing care for this specific infection.

Apply this code when a patient is admitted or seen for continued treatment of a CVC-related bloodstream infection. This includes scenarios where the infection was previously diagnosed and the patient is now receiving antibiotics, undergoing further diagnostic workup, or managing complications of the infection.

• Always sequence this code after the underlying infection code (e.g., specific bacterial infection).
• Ensure documentation clearly states the infection is "due to" or "related to" the central venous catheter.
• The "D" seventh character indicates a subsequent encounter, meaning the patient is receiving routine care during the healing or recovery phase.