Adhes due to fb acc left in body fol unsp procedure, sequela

This code describes the long-term consequences, specifically adhesions, resulting from a foreign object inadvertently retained within the body after an unspecified medical procedure. These adhesions are a delayed complication, manifesting after the initial surgical or interventional event.

Use this code when documenting a patient presenting with symptoms attributable to adhesions that are a sequela of a retained foreign body. This applies when the initial procedure that left the foreign body is not specified or is unknown. This code is for use on subsequent encounters after the initial complication has been established.

• Requires a seventh character "S" for sequela, indicating a late effect.
• Only use when the specific procedure that led to the retained foreign body is not documented.
• Always sequence this code after the code for the specific type of adhesion, if applicable, and any other relevant complication codes.