Poisn by cardi-stim glycos/drug simlar act, assault, subs

This code signifies a patient presenting for follow-up care or treatment of adverse effects resulting from an intentional overdose or exposure to cardiac glycosides (e.g., digoxin) or similar heart-stimulating medications. The poisoning was inflicted by another person with intent to harm.

Apply this code when documenting subsequent encounters for patients who have previously been diagnosed with poisoning by cardiac stimulants due to an assault. This includes visits for ongoing management of cardiac arrhythmias, electrolyte imbalances, or other organ damage caused by the initial poisoning event. It is used after the initial acute phase of treatment.

• Ensure documentation clearly specifies the poisoning was due to an assault and not accidental or self-harm.
• Always sequence this code after the primary diagnosis indicating the specific manifestation of the poisoning (e.g., specific cardiac arrhythmia).
• Confirm the encounter is for follow-up care, not the initial treatment of the acute poisoning.