Poisoning by antiasthmatics, assault, sequela

This code signifies a long-term health problem or condition that arose as a direct consequence of a previous poisoning event involving antiasthmatic medications. The original poisoning was intentionally inflicted by another person with the intent to harm. The sequela could manifest as organ damage, chronic pain, neurological deficits, or other lasting effects.

Apply this code when documenting a patient presenting with a current health issue that is a residual effect of a past antiasthmatic drug poisoning, and the poisoning was determined to be an assault. This is appropriate for follow-up care or ongoing management of conditions directly attributable to the historical event. Do not use for the initial acute poisoning episode.

• Always sequence this code after the code(s) identifying the specific sequela (e.g., chronic kidney disease, nerve damage).
• Ensure documentation clearly links the current condition to the past antiasthmatic poisoning and specifies the assault intent.
• This "S" seventh character indicates sequela and should only be used for conditions that are residual effects, not for the acute phase of the poisoning.