Poisoning by inhaled anesthetics, assault, subs encntr

This code signifies a patient presenting for follow-up care or treatment of adverse effects resulting from the intentional administration of an inhaled anesthetic as a form of assault. The patient is experiencing ongoing complications or sequelae from the initial poisoning event.

Use this code for subsequent encounters when a patient is being treated for injuries, organ damage, or other health problems directly attributable to being poisoned by an inhaled anesthetic in an assaultive manner. This includes follow-up appointments, rehabilitation, or management of chronic conditions stemming from the incident.

• Requires a seventh character "D" for subsequent encounter, indicating ongoing care.
• Always sequence this code after any codes for specific injuries or conditions caused by the poisoning.
• Ensure documentation clearly states the poisoning was due to an inhaled anesthetic and was an assault.