Stenosis due to genitourinary prosth dev/grft, sequela

This code describes a narrowing or obstruction of a genitourinary tract structure that has occurred as a late effect or complication of a previously implanted prosthetic device, implant, or graft. This stenosis is not an acute event but rather a persistent or long-term issue arising from the presence of the foreign body. It indicates a chronic or ongoing problem related to the device.

Use this code when documenting a patient presenting with symptoms of urinary outflow obstruction, hydronephrosis, or other genitourinary dysfunction, and diagnostic imaging confirms a stricture or narrowing in an area where a genitourinary prosthetic device (e.g., ureteral stent, bladder sling, penile implant, artificial sphincter) was previously placed. This code is appropriate for follow-up encounters where the stenosis is being managed as a sequela of the original device implantation.

• Always assign an additional code for the specific type of genitourinary prosthetic device, implant, or graft involved (e.g., Z95.818 for other cardiac devices and implants, Z96.0 for intraocular lens).
• Ensure the documentation clearly states the stenosis is a sequela or late effect of the device, not an acute complication.
• Do not use this code for acute mechanical complications or infections directly related to the device; those would fall under other T codes.