Mech compl of femoral arterial graft (bypass), sequela

This code signifies a long-term or late-occurring issue stemming from a prior mechanical complication of a femoral arterial bypass graft. It indicates that the patient is experiencing residual effects or conditions directly attributable to an earlier, resolved mechanical problem with the graft, such as a past occlusion, stenosis, or kinking.

Use this code when documenting a patient's current condition that is a direct consequence of a previously treated or resolved mechanical complication of a femoral arterial graft. This applies when the original complication is no longer active but has left a lasting impact, such as chronic pain, limb ischemia, or nerve damage related to the prior event. It is appropriate for follow-up encounters where the sequela is being managed.

• Requires a seventh character "S" to indicate sequela, meaning the complication itself is no longer acute.
• Always sequence this code after the code(s) for the specific sequela being treated (e.g., chronic pain, limb ischemia).
• Do not use for active or acute mechanical complications; those require different seventh characters.