Leakage of graft of urinary organ, initial encounter

This code signifies the initial presentation of fluid or urine escaping from a surgically implanted graft within the urinary system. This leakage indicates a failure or complication of the graft, which could involve various urinary organs such as the bladder, ureter, or urethra.

Use this code when a patient presents for the first time with symptoms or signs of leakage from a urinary organ graft. This applies to initial evaluations, diagnostic workups, and the beginning of treatment for this specific complication.

• Ensure documentation clearly states "leakage" and specifies a "graft" of a urinary organ.
• Confirm this is the initial encounter for this specific complication; subsequent encounters will require a different seventh character.
• Do not use for leakage from a native urinary organ or from a non-graft implant.