Displacement of nephrostomy catheter, sequela

This code describes a long-term complication arising from the displacement of a nephrostomy catheter. It indicates that a previous displacement event has led to persistent issues or conditions that are now being addressed. This is not for an acute displacement, but rather the lasting effects of such an event.

Use this code when documenting the management of sequelae, such as chronic pain, recurrent infections, hydronephrosis, or renal damage, that are directly attributable to a past displacement of a nephrostomy catheter. This code is appropriate for follow-up encounters where the sequela, not the acute displacement itself, is the primary focus of care.

• Always sequence this code after the code(s) identifying the specific sequela (e.g., chronic kidney disease, recurrent urinary tract infection).
• Ensure documentation clearly links the current condition to a prior nephrostomy catheter displacement.
• Do not use for an acute or current displacement; use the acute displacement codes (T83.022A, D) for those scenarios.