Local infection due to central venous catheter, sequela

This code signifies a long-term complication arising from a localized infection at the insertion site or along the tract of a central venous catheter. It indicates that the acute phase of the local infection has resolved, but residual effects or conditions directly attributable to that past infection are now present. This could include chronic pain, scarring, or other persistent issues.

Use this code when documenting a patient presenting with a condition that is a direct consequence of a previously treated local central venous catheter infection. This applies when the original infection is no longer active, but its lasting impact requires ongoing management or evaluation. Examples include chronic induration or nerve damage at the former catheter site.

• Ensure documentation clearly links the current condition to a past local central venous catheter infection.
• Do not use this code for active infections; use the appropriate acute infection code.
• Always sequence this code after the code(s) for the specific sequela being treated or evaluated.