I/I react d/t other urinary catheter, subsequent encounter

This code signifies an infection or inflammatory response that has developed as a complication of an indwelling urinary catheter other than a Foley or indwelling urethral catheter. This reaction is specifically noted during a follow-up visit after initial treatment.

Apply this code when a patient presents for ongoing management of a urinary tract infection (UTI) or other inflammatory condition directly attributable to a suprapubic catheter, nephrostomy tube, or other non-Foley urinary drainage device. This would be used for encounters after the initial diagnosis and treatment plan were established.

• Always code the specific type of infection (e.g., UTI) as a primary diagnosis, followed by this code as a secondary diagnosis to indicate the catheter as the cause.
• Ensure documentation clearly states the type of urinary catheter involved and that the encounter is for subsequent care of the complication.
• Distinguish from initial encounters for the same condition, which would use a different seventh character.