Poisoning by mineralocorticoids and antag, self-harm, init

This diagnosis code signifies a patient presenting with adverse effects resulting from the deliberate self-administration of mineralocorticoids or their antagonists, with the intent to cause harm. This includes conditions like hyperaldosteronism or hypoaldosteronism induced by the substance, as well as other systemic toxicities.

This code is appropriate for initial encounters where a patient is admitted or first seen for an overdose or poisoning by mineralocorticoids or their antagonists, and the medical record clearly documents the intent as self-harm. This would include emergency department visits, initial inpatient admissions, or the first outpatient visit for such an event.

• Always verify documentation explicitly states "intentional self-harm" for this specific intent.
• Remember to also code any associated physical or psychological manifestations of the poisoning.
• Do not use this code for accidental poisonings or therapeutic misadventures; different intent codes apply.