Embolism due to internal orthopedic prosth dev/grft, sequela

This code describes a condition where a blood clot (embolism) forms as a direct result of an internal orthopedic prosthetic device, implant, or graft, and the patient is currently experiencing the long-term effects or complications of that embolism. This indicates a past event with ongoing sequelae, rather than an acute or current embolism.

Use this code when documenting a patient presenting with chronic symptoms or complications (e.g., post-embolic syndrome, chronic pain, organ damage) directly attributed to an embolism that occurred previously due to an orthopedic implant. This code is appropriate for follow-up visits where the sequelae are being managed, not for the initial acute embolic event.

• Always assign an additional code to specify the type of embolism (e.g., pulmonary, cerebral) and the specific sequela being treated.
• Ensure documentation clearly links the embolism to the orthopedic device and indicates the chronic nature or ongoing effects.
• Do not use this code for acute embolic events; instead, use codes from categories I26.- or I74.- with an external cause code if applicable.