Hemorrhage due to genitourinary prosth dev/grft, subs

This code signifies bleeding that has occurred as a complication directly attributable to a prosthetic device, implant, or graft located within the genitourinary system. The hemorrhage is not occurring for the first time; rather, it is being managed during a follow-up visit after initial treatment.

Apply this code when a patient presents for ongoing care of genitourinary bleeding caused by an indwelling device, such as a urinary stent, penile implant, or bladder mesh. This would include situations where the patient is receiving further evaluation, treatment, or monitoring for the hemorrhage after the initial acute phase.

• Always sequence this code after the primary diagnosis indicating the specific type of hemorrhage.
• Ensure documentation clearly links the hemorrhage to the genitourinary prosthetic device and specifies that this is a subsequent encounter.
• Do not use for initial treatment of the hemorrhage; reserve for follow-up care.