Poisoning by oth psychotropic drugs, self-harm, sequela

This code signifies a long-term consequence or residual effect resulting from a deliberate overdose or self-poisoning with a psychotropic medication not otherwise specified. It indicates that the patient intentionally ingested an excessive amount of such a drug, and they are now experiencing a lasting health issue directly attributable to that event. This could include chronic organ damage, neurological deficits, or persistent mental health complications.

Apply this code when documenting a patient presenting with a sequela (e.g., chronic kidney failure, persistent cognitive impairment, or intractable seizures) that is definitively linked to a past intentional self-harm event involving a psychotropic drug. This code is appropriate for follow-up encounters where the acute poisoning has resolved, but its long-term effects are still being managed. It should be used after the acute phase of the poisoning has passed.

• Always sequence this code after the code(s) for the specific sequela being treated.
• Ensure documentation clearly links the current condition to a past intentional self-harm poisoning by a psychotropic drug.
• Do not use this code for acute poisoning events; instead, refer to the appropriate acute poisoning codes.