Mech compl of internal fixation device of oth bones, subs

Other mechanical complication of internal fixation device of other bones, subsequent encounter

📋Clinical Description

This code signifies a mechanical issue with an internal fixation device (e.g., plate, screw, rod) in a bone other than a joint, occurring after the initial treatment phase. These complications are not specified as fracture of the implant, displacement, or periprosthetic fracture, but rather other types of mechanical failures.

🎯When to Use

Use this code for follow-up encounters where a patient presents with a mechanical problem related to an internal fixation device in a bone (excluding joints), such as loosening, bending, or breakage of the implant, that is not explicitly categorized elsewhere. This applies when the patient is receiving routine care during the healing phase or for complications that arise after the initial surgical intervention.

💡Coding Tips

Always assign an additional code to specify the exact nature of the mechanical complication, if known.
Ensure the encounter is for follow-up care or management of the complication, indicated by the "D" seventh character.
Verify the affected bone is not a joint, as joint-specific complications have different codes.

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Code Hierarchy

▲T84.298Mech compl of internal fixation device of other bones

T84.298D(current)

Crosswalks

V58.89ApproxICD-9

Same Category

T84Complications of internal orthopedic prosth dev/grft T84.0Mechanical complication of internal joint prosthesis T84.01Broken internal joint prosthesis T84.010Broken internal right hip prosthesis T84.010ABroken internal right hip prosthesis, initial encounter