Displacement of biological heart valve graft, sequela

This code signifies a long-term complication arising from the displacement of a previously implanted biological heart valve graft. It indicates that the graft has moved from its intended position, leading to ongoing issues or requiring further intervention. This displacement is not an acute event but rather a persistent or late-onset problem.

Use this code when documenting a patient presenting with symptoms or findings directly attributable to a displaced biological heart valve graft, and the displacement is considered a sequela (a late effect or complication). This applies to situations where the initial displacement occurred in the past and is now causing chronic problems or requiring follow-up care.

• Always assign this code as a secondary diagnosis, following the code for the specific complication or manifestation of the displacement.
• Ensure documentation clearly states the displacement is of a biological heart valve graft and is a sequela.
• Do not use for acute or initial displacement events; those would typically fall under different codes.