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This code signifies an adverse event or complication arising from the use of surgical instruments, materials, or physical medicine devices. It covers issues such as device malfunction, breakage, or other problems directly attributable to the device itself, rather than a surgical error or patient-specific reaction.

Apply this code when a patient experiences a complication due to a faulty suture, a broken surgical tool, or a malfunctioning physical therapy device. This includes instances where the device itself is the primary cause of the adverse incident, requiring further medical intervention.

• Always assign an additional code to specify the nature of the adverse effect (e.g., infection, hemorrhage, pain).
• Use an external cause code (V00-Y99) to describe the circumstances of the event, if applicable.
• Do not use this code for complications arising from improper surgical technique or patient-specific allergic reactions.