Mech compl of implanted testicular prosthesis, sequela

This code describes a long-term or late-effect issue arising from a mechanical problem with an implanted testicular prosthesis. This could include complications such as erosion, displacement, or breakage of the device that manifest after the initial acute phase of the complication.

Use this code when documenting a patient presenting with a current problem directly attributable to a past mechanical complication of a testicular implant. This is appropriate for follow-up encounters where the sequela of the original complication is being addressed, such as chronic pain, infection, or further surgical intervention due to the prior mechanical failure.

• Requires a seventh character 'S' to indicate sequela, meaning the complication's effects are still present or being treated.
• Do not use for acute or initial mechanical complications; those would typically use the 'A' (initial encounter) or 'D' (subsequent encounter) seventh characters.
• Always code the specific nature of the sequela (e.g., chronic pain, infection) in addition to this code, if applicable.