Poisoning by oth systemic antibiotics, assault, subs encntr

This code signifies a poisoning event resulting from the intentional administration of a systemic antibiotic (other than those specifically classified elsewhere) with the intent to harm, and the patient is receiving follow-up care for the sequelae of this event. It indicates that the initial acute treatment for the poisoning has concluded, and the patient is now in a recovery or monitoring phase.

Apply this code when documenting subsequent care for a patient who was previously poisoned by another systemic antibiotic due to an assault. This includes follow-up appointments for organ damage, persistent symptoms, or psychological support related to the poisoning. Do not use for the initial acute care of the poisoning.

• Always sequence this code after the primary diagnosis for the specific effects of the poisoning.
• Ensure documentation clearly states "assault" and "subsequent encounter" to support code assignment.
• Verify the specific antibiotic involved is not more accurately classified by another T36 subcategory.