Poisoning by lysergide [LSD], assault, subsequent encounter

This code signifies a patient presenting for follow-up care or sequelae related to a poisoning event involving lysergide (LSD) that occurred as a result of an assault. It indicates that the initial treatment for the acute poisoning has already been rendered, and the patient is now being managed for ongoing effects or complications.

Use this code for patients returning for psychiatric evaluation, substance abuse counseling, or treatment of persistent physical or psychological symptoms after an initial hospitalization or emergency department visit for LSD poisoning due to assault. This applies when the patient is no longer in the acute phase of the poisoning but is still under care for its consequences.

• Ensure documentation clearly states the poisoning was due to an assault and that this is a subsequent encounter.
• Always sequence this code after any codes for specific physical or mental health conditions resulting from the poisoning.
• Do not use this code for the initial acute poisoning encounter; a different encounter character would be required.