Infect/inflm react d/t oth cardi/vasc dev/implnt/grft, sqla

This code signifies a long-term complication, specifically an infection or inflammatory response, arising from a previously implanted cardiac or vascular device, implant, or graft. This reaction is no longer acute but represents a residual effect or condition that persists after the initial treatment of the acute phase.

Use this code when documenting a patient presenting with a chronic or residual infection or inflammatory reaction related to a cardiac pacemaker, defibrillator, stent, bypass graft, or other similar cardiovascular implant. This applies when the active infection or inflammation has been resolved, but the patient continues to experience sequelae directly attributable to the device.

• Assign this code as a secondary diagnosis to indicate the chronic nature of the complication.
• Ensure documentation clearly states the link between the device and the persistent infection/inflammation.
• Do not use for active, acute infections or inflammatory reactions; those require codes from the T82.7XXA or T82.7XXD categories.