Mech compl of internal prosth dev/grft, init

This code signifies a mechanical issue, other than a break, displacement, or leakage, affecting an internal prosthetic device, implant, or graft that is not specifically classified elsewhere. It indicates the initial presentation of such a complication.

Use this code when a patient presents with a new mechanical problem, like a kink, erosion, or obstruction, related to an internal medical device, implant, or graft (e.g., a vascular stent, surgical mesh, or nerve stimulator) that isn't covered by more specific T85.6x codes. This applies to the first time the patient is seen for this particular complication.

• Requires a secondary code to identify the specific type of prosthetic device, implant, or graft involved.
• Distinguish from T85.61x (breakage), T85.62x (displacement), and T85.63x (leakage) codes.
• The "A" seventh character indicates an initial encounter for this complication.