Other complication of vascular dialysis catheter, sequela

This code describes a long-term or residual effect stemming from a past complication of a vascular dialysis catheter, such as a central venous catheter used for hemodialysis. It indicates that the initial complication has resolved, but a lasting issue or condition persists as a direct result.

Use this code when documenting a chronic or permanent condition that is a sequela of a previously treated complication related to a dialysis catheter. Examples include chronic pain at the insertion site following a resolved infection, persistent nerve damage from a past insertion injury, or chronic venous stenosis after a thrombotic event.

• Always sequence this code after the code identifying the specific sequela (e.g., chronic pain, nerve damage).
• Ensure documentation clearly links the current condition to a past complication of the dialysis catheter.
• Do not use for active or acute complications; those require codes without the "S" seventh character.