Encntr for adjust and mgmt of automatic implntbl card defib

This code signifies a patient encounter focused on the routine or non-routine maintenance, programming, or other adjustments of an implanted automatic cardiac defibrillator (AICD). It covers situations where the device itself is being assessed or modified, rather than the underlying cardiac condition.

Use this code for scheduled follow-up visits for AICD interrogation and reprogramming, or when a patient presents with concerns directly related to the device's function requiring adjustment. This includes battery checks, lead integrity evaluations, and threshold testing.

• Do not use this code for initial AICD insertion or replacement; those require procedural codes.
• Always code any underlying cardiac conditions or complications related to the device separately.
• This code is typically a primary diagnosis when the sole purpose of the encounter is device management.