Embolism due to other internal prosth dev/grft, sequela

This code signifies a long-term complication where a blood clot forms and travels to obstruct a blood vessel, specifically caused by an internal prosthetic device, implant, or graft other than those specified elsewhere (e.g., cardiac, vascular). It indicates that the embolism is a residual effect or late complication of the presence of such a device.

Use this code when documenting a patient presenting with symptoms of an embolism (e.g., pain, swelling, organ dysfunction) that is definitively linked to a previously implanted internal prosthetic device, implant, or graft. This applies when the embolism is a persistent or late effect, even if the original device has been removed.

• Always sequence this code after the code for the specific embolism (e.g., pulmonary embolism, cerebral embolism).
• Ensure documentation clearly links the embolism to the "other" internal prosthetic device, implant, or graft.
• Verify that the embolism is a sequela, meaning it is a residual condition occurring after the acute phase of the device-related issue.