Embolism due to cardiac prosth dev/grft, sequela

This code signifies a long-term or residual effect of an embolism that originated from an implanted cardiac device, such as a prosthetic valve, pacemaker, or coronary stent. It indicates that the patient is experiencing ongoing health issues directly attributable to a past embolic event caused by such a device.

Use this code when documenting a patient's current condition that is a direct consequence of a previous embolism, where the embolism was definitively linked to a cardiac prosthetic device, implant, or graft. This applies to situations where the acute embolic event has resolved, but its lasting impact is still being treated or monitored.

• Always sequence this code after the code(s) identifying the specific sequela (e.g., cerebral infarction, limb ischemia).
• Ensure documentation clearly links the current condition to a past embolic event and specifies the cardiac prosthetic device as the source.
• Do not use for acute embolic events; this code is exclusively for sequelae.