Exposure of implnt urethral bulking agent into urethra, init

This code signifies that an implanted bulking agent, used to treat urinary incontinence by adding volume to the urethra, has become exposed within the urethral lumen. This exposure indicates a complication where the material is no longer fully contained within the urethral wall.

Use this code when a patient presents with a newly identified exposure of a previously implanted urethral bulking agent. This typically occurs during an initial assessment or procedure to address the complication. It is appropriate for the first encounter related to this specific adverse event.

• Ensure documentation clearly states "exposure" of the bulking agent, not just migration or displacement.
• Verify this is the initial encounter for the exposure; subsequent encounters will use a different seventh character.
• Code any associated symptoms or conditions, such as infection or pain, in addition to this complication code.