Breakdown of femoral arterial graft (bypass), sequela

This code signifies a long-term complication arising from the mechanical failure of a femoral arterial bypass graft. This breakdown can involve issues such as kinking, fracture, or other structural compromises of the graft material itself, occurring after the initial healing phase. It represents a persistent or late effect of the graft's mechanical failure.

Use this code when documenting a patient presenting with ongoing symptoms or conditions directly attributable to a previously identified mechanical breakdown of a femoral arterial graft. This applies to situations where the initial acute event of the breakdown has passed, but its consequences are still being managed. It is appropriate for follow-up care related to such a long-term complication.

• Requires a seventh character "S" to indicate sequela, meaning the complication is a late effect of the initial mechanical breakdown.
• Do not use for acute or initial mechanical breakdowns; those would typically be coded with an "A" (initial encounter) or "D" (subsequent encounter) seventh character.
• Always code the underlying condition or specific manifestation of the sequela (e.g., ischemia, pain) in addition to this code.