Fx pelvis following insrt ortho implnt/prosth/bone plt

This code describes a fracture of the pelvic bone that occurs as a complication following the surgical placement of an orthopedic implant, joint prosthesis, or bone plate. This is considered a periprosthetic or peri-implant fracture, specifically affecting the pelvis. The fracture is directly related to the presence of the previously implanted device.

Use this code when documentation clearly indicates a new pelvic fracture has occurred in a patient who has a pre-existing orthopedic implant, prosthesis, or bone plate in the pelvic region, and the fracture is attributed to the presence of that device. This typically applies to fractures occurring post-operatively, not during the initial surgical procedure. Documentation should specify the anatomical site of the fracture within the pelvis and its relationship to the implant.

• Ensure the documentation explicitly links the pelvic fracture to a previously implanted orthopedic device.
• Do not use this code for fractures occurring during the initial insertion procedure; those would typically be coded as intraoperative complications.
• Sequence this code as the primary diagnosis if it is the reason for the encounter, followed by codes for the specific type and location of the pelvic fracture (e.g., S32.x).