Lung transplant infection

This code signifies an infection occurring in a patient who has undergone a lung transplant. It encompasses various types of infections, such as bacterial, viral, or fungal, that affect the transplanted lung or surrounding tissues. The infection can manifest at any point post-transplantation.

Use this code when documenting any infectious complication directly related to a previously performed lung transplant. This includes infections of the allograft itself, as well as systemic infections where the transplanted lung is the primary site or source. It is applicable for both acute and chronic infections.

• Always code the specific type of infection (e.g., bacterial pneumonia, CMV infection) as a secondary diagnosis.
• Ensure documentation clearly links the infection to the lung transplant status.
• Do not use this code for infections unrelated to the transplant, even in a transplant recipient.