In simple words: The lead of your heart device has moved out of place. This is the first time you've had this problem.

Displacement of a cardiac electrode, initial encounter.This code describes a mechanical complication where the electrode of a cardiac device, such as a pacemaker or implantable cardioverter-defibrillator (ICD), has shifted from its intended position. This is the first encounter for this specific displacement issue.

Example 1: A patient with a pacemaker presents with symptoms suggesting the device is not functioning correctly.Imaging reveals that the pacemaker lead has become dislodged from its original position in the right ventricle., Following an ICD implantation, a patient experiences discomfort and unusual palpitations.Diagnostic tests confirm that one of the ICD leads has migrated from the right atrium., During a routine device check, a previously asymptomatic patient is found to have a displaced pacemaker lead. The lead has shifted but has not yet caused noticeable symptoms.

Documentation should include the evidence of displacement (e.g., imaging studies, device interrogation reports), the patient's presenting symptoms, and the treatment plan.

** This code applies to the initial encounter for the displacement. Subsequent encounters for the same displacement should be coded with T82.120D.If the displacement results in a sequela, use T82.120S.