Poisoning by emetics, assault, subsequent encounter

This code indicates a poisoning event resulting from the intentional administration of an emetic substance by another person with the intent to harm. The patient is being seen for follow-up care after the initial treatment for the poisoning. This could involve managing lingering symptoms, monitoring for complications, or addressing psychological impacts.

Use this code when documenting a patient's visit for ongoing care related to a poisoning by an emetic, where the poisoning was a result of an assault. This applies to situations such as follow-up appointments after discharge from an emergency department or hospital stay, or subsequent visits to a primary care physician or specialist for continued management of the poisoning's effects.

• Always sequence this code after the primary diagnosis related to the specific effects of the poisoning.
• Ensure documentation clearly states the poisoning was due to an assault and that this is a subsequent encounter.
• Consider additional codes for specific symptoms, injuries, or long-term effects resulting from the poisoning or assault.