Poisoning by digestants, undetermined, initial encounter

This code signifies an accidental or intentional poisoning specifically caused by digestants, such as enzyme preparations or antacids. The "undetermined" nature indicates that the intent (accidental vs. intentional) could not be definitively established by the healthcare provider. This is an initial encounter, meaning the patient is receiving active treatment for the poisoning.

Use this code when a patient presents with symptoms of poisoning directly attributable to the ingestion of a digestant, and the intent of the poisoning is unclear from the medical record. This is appropriate for the first visit where the patient is being evaluated and treated for the acute effects of the poisoning. Subsequent encounters for the same poisoning would use a different seventh character.

• Ensure documentation clearly links the poisoning to a "digestant" and not another substance.
• Verify the intent is truly "undetermined" based on provider documentation; do not assume.
• Confirm this is the "initial encounter" for active treatment of the poisoning.