Postprocedural septic shock, sequela

This code signifies a patient experiencing organ dysfunction and hypotension due to a severe, systemic inflammatory response to an infection that occurred as a complication of a medical procedure, with the condition now representing a long-term consequence or late effect. It indicates that the septic shock itself is no longer acute but has left residual effects requiring ongoing management.

Use this code when a patient presents with a chronic or residual condition directly attributable to a past episode of postprocedural septic shock. This applies to situations where the acute phase of the septic shock has resolved, but the patient continues to experience sequelae, such as persistent organ damage or functional impairment.

• Always sequence this code after the code(s) for the specific sequela(e) being treated (e.g., chronic kidney disease, cognitive impairment).
• Ensure documentation clearly links the current condition to a previous episode of postprocedural septic shock.
• Do not use for acute or active postprocedural septic shock; refer to codes in the T81.12- category without the "S" seventh character for acute presentations.