Athscl type of bypass of the extrm w rest pain, bi legs

This code signifies the presence of atherosclerosis affecting a bypass graft in both lower extremities, specifically when the patient experiences rest pain. This indicates a significant compromise of blood flow through the graft, leading to ischemic pain even at rest. The "other type" designation implies the graft is not a native artery or vein, or a specific synthetic graft type.

Use this code when documentation clearly states bilateral lower extremity bypass graft atherosclerosis with associated rest pain. This typically occurs in patients with advanced peripheral artery disease (PAD) who have undergone revascularization procedures. Documentation should specify the presence of atherosclerosis within the graft and the symptom of rest pain in both legs.

• Ensure documentation specifies "bilateral legs" and "rest pain" to support this specific code.
• Distinguish this from atherosclerosis of native arteries or other graft complications without atherosclerosis.
• Always sequence this code after the underlying peripheral artery disease (e.g., I70.2-).