Athscl nonbiol bypass of the extrm w rest pain, left leg

This code signifies the presence of atherosclerosis affecting a synthetic (nonbiological) bypass graft located in the left leg. The patient is experiencing rest pain, indicating severe peripheral artery disease due to the graft's occlusion or narrowing. This condition compromises blood flow to the distal extremity even at rest.

Use this code when documentation confirms atherosclerosis within a prosthetic bypass graft in the left leg, and the patient's primary symptom is pain occurring even without exertion. This typically indicates critical limb ischemia. Supporting documentation should specify the nonbiological nature of the graft and the laterality of the affected limb.

• Ensure documentation clearly specifies "nonbiological" or "synthetic" graft material.
• Verify the laterality (left leg) is explicitly stated in the medical record.
• Confirm the presence of "rest pain" as a symptom, distinguishing it from claudication.