Fibrosis due to vascular prosth dev/grft, sequela

This code describes the long-term consequence of fibrous tissue formation around or within a vascular prosthetic device, implant, or graft. This fibrosis is a delayed complication that can impair the function of the implanted device or surrounding tissues. It represents a chronic, resolved condition where the fibrosis itself is the current issue being addressed.

Use this code when documenting a patient presenting with symptoms or findings directly attributable to fibrosis that developed as a sequela of a previously implanted vascular device. This applies to follow-up encounters where the fibrosis is being managed, monitored, or investigated, and the original acute complication has resolved.

• This code is for sequelae, meaning the acute event has passed, and the fibrosis is a residual effect.
• Always code the specific type of vascular prosthetic device, implant, or graft if known, using a more specific T82 subcategory if available for the initial complication.
• Consider additional codes for any associated symptoms or complications arising from the fibrosis, such as stenosis or pain.