Poisoning by antipruritics, assault, subsequent encounter

This code signifies a poisoning event resulting from the intentional administration of an antipruritic medication by another person, where the patient is receiving follow-up care for the sequelae of the initial poisoning. This indicates a harmful act with the intent to injure, and the patient is no longer in the acute phase of treatment.

Use this code when documenting a patient presenting for ongoing management, such as monitoring for long-term effects, medication adjustments, or psychological support, following an antipruritic poisoning that was determined to be an assault. This applies after the initial emergency treatment has concluded.

• Ensure documentation clearly states the poisoning was due to an antipruritic and was an assault.
• Confirm the encounter is for subsequent care, not the initial acute treatment.
• Always sequence this code after the primary diagnosis related to the specific effects of the poisoning.