Pers hx of (corrected) tracheoesophageal fistula or atresia

This code indicates a patient's past medical history of a tracheoesophageal fistula (an abnormal connection between the trachea and esophagus) or esophageal atresia (a congenital condition where the esophagus is not fully formed), which has since been surgically repaired or otherwise corrected. It signifies that the condition is no longer active but remains a part of the patient's medical record due to its potential long-term implications or need for ongoing monitoring.

Use this code for patients who have undergone successful surgical correction of a tracheoesophageal fistula or esophageal atresia and are now presenting for follow-up care, evaluation of potential complications related to the repair, or for unrelated medical conditions where their past history is relevant. It is appropriate when the primary condition has been resolved and the patient is not currently experiencing an active fistula or atresia.

• This code is for a personal history and should not be used for active or uncorrected conditions.
• Always sequence this code as a secondary diagnosis when another condition is being treated, unless the reason for the encounter is specifically to monitor the history of the corrected defect.
• Ensure documentation clearly states the condition has been corrected or repaired to support the use of this history code.