Displacement of artificial heart, sequela

This code signifies a long-term complication arising from the displacement of an artificial heart. It indicates that the patient is experiencing residual effects or conditions directly attributable to a past event where their implanted artificial heart shifted from its intended position.

Assign this code when documenting a patient presenting with ongoing symptoms or conditions that are a direct consequence of a previously displaced artificial heart. This includes chronic pain, organ damage, or functional impairment that developed after the initial displacement was addressed. It is appropriate for follow-up encounters where the sequela of the displacement is being managed.

• Always sequence this code after the code(s) identifying the specific sequela being treated.
• Ensure documentation clearly links the current condition to a prior displacement of an artificial heart.
• Do not use this code for acute displacement; use the appropriate acute displacement code for the initial event.