Displacement of indwelling urethral catheter, sequela

This code signifies a long-term complication resulting from a previously displaced indwelling urethral catheter. It indicates that the patient is experiencing ongoing issues directly attributable to the catheter's prior movement from its intended position within the urethra. This could manifest as persistent discomfort, recurrent infections, or other chronic urinary tract problems.

Apply this code when documenting a patient presenting with a sequela (late effect) directly caused by a past displacement of an indwelling urethral catheter. This is appropriate for follow-up visits where the current condition is a residual problem from the earlier catheter displacement, not an acute event. It should be used after the initial acute phase of the displacement has resolved.

• Always sequence this code after the code(s) for the specific sequela being treated (e.g., recurrent UTI, urethral stricture).
• Ensure documentation clearly links the current condition to a past displacement of an indwelling urethral catheter.
• Do not use for acute displacement; refer to codes for current mechanical complications.