Stenosis due to internal orthopedic prosth dev/grft, sequela

This code signifies a narrowing or stricture that has developed as a long-term complication directly attributable to an internal orthopedic prosthetic device, implant, or graft. This stenosis is not an acute event but rather a persistent or chronic issue arising from the presence of the implanted material.

Use this code when documenting a patient presenting with symptoms of narrowing (e.g., vascular, neural, or other anatomical structures) that is definitively linked to a previously implanted orthopedic device. This applies to follow-up encounters where the stenosis is a known, ongoing consequence of the implant.

• Always link this code to an external cause code (e.g., Y83.x) to specify the type of orthopedic device involved.
• Ensure documentation clearly states the stenosis is a sequela or late effect of the implant, not an acute complication.
• Do not use for acute or immediate post-operative complications; this code is for chronic or persistent issues.