I/I react d/t indwelling ureteral stent, sequela

This code signifies a long-term or residual effect from an infection or inflammatory response that occurred due to an indwelling ureteral stent. It indicates that the acute phase of the infection or inflammation has passed, but the patient is still experiencing consequences directly attributable to that past event.

Use this code when documenting a patient presenting with ongoing issues, such as chronic pain, stricture formation, or persistent urinary tract symptoms, that are a direct result of a previously resolved infection or inflammation caused by a ureteral stent. This applies when the stent itself is no longer in place, or the acute infectious/inflammatory process has been treated, but its sequelae persist.

• Always use this code as a secondary diagnosis, following a code for the specific sequela (e.g., N35.9 for urethral stricture).
• Ensure documentation clearly links the current condition to a past infection or inflammation caused by the ureteral stent.
• Do not use this code for active infections or inflammatory reactions; instead, use the acute T83.592A or T83.592D codes.