Leakage of artificial heart, sequela

This code signifies a long-term complication arising from a previous leakage of an artificial heart. It indicates that the patient is still experiencing residual effects or conditions directly attributable to that past leakage event, even if the active leakage has resolved.

Apply this code when documenting a patient's current health status that is a direct consequence of a prior artificial heart leakage. This would include conditions like chronic heart failure exacerbated by the past event, persistent arrhythmias, or other ongoing cardiac issues clearly linked to the historical leakage. It is used when the acute phase of the leakage is no longer present, but its lasting impact remains.

• Always use this code as a secondary diagnosis, following the code for the specific sequela being treated.
• Ensure documentation clearly links the current condition to the previous artificial heart leakage.
• Do not use this code for active or acute leakage; instead, refer to the appropriate acute leakage codes.