Breakdown (mechanical) of electronic bone stimulator, init

This diagnosis code indicates a malfunction or failure of an implanted electronic device designed to stimulate bone growth. This breakdown is mechanical in nature, meaning it's due to a physical issue with the device itself rather than an infection or physiological problem.

Use this code when a patient presents with symptoms or signs indicating that their electronic bone stimulator has physically failed or is no longer functioning as intended due to a mechanical issue. This applies to the initial visit for the assessment and management of this specific device breakdown.

• Ensure documentation clearly specifies a mechanical breakdown of the electronic bone stimulator.
• Confirm this is the initial encounter for the treatment of this specific complication. Subsequent encounters would use a different seventh character.
• Always code the underlying reason for the bone stimulator implantation if it is still relevant to the current encounter.