Displacmnt of cardiac and vascular devices and implnt, subs

This code signifies that a previously implanted cardiac or vascular device, other than a pacemaker, defibrillator, or heart valve, has shifted from its intended position. This displacement is causing issues and the patient is presenting for follow-up care or management of this specific complication.

Apply this code when a patient returns for evaluation or treatment of a displaced vascular stent, an occluder device, or another non-pacemaker/defibrillator/heart valve cardiac implant. This would be used for encounters following the initial treatment of the displacement.

• Ensure the documentation clearly states "displacement" and specifies a cardiac or vascular device other than those with more specific codes.
• The "D" seventh character indicates a subsequent encounter, meaning the patient is receiving routine care during the healing or recovery phase.
• Always code the underlying reason for the initial device implantation if it is still relevant to the current encounter.