Adverse effect of drugs affecting uric acid metab, sequela

This code signifies a long-term or residual condition resulting from an adverse reaction to medications that impact the body's uric acid levels. This could include chronic gout, kidney damage, or other lasting metabolic disturbances caused by the drug. The "S" suffix indicates that this is a sequela, meaning the acute adverse effect has resolved, but its lasting consequences persist.

Apply this code when documenting a patient's current, ongoing health problem directly attributable to a past adverse drug event involving drugs that alter uric acid metabolism. This is appropriate when the initial adverse effect is no longer active, but its chronic complications require ongoing management. Examples include chronic kidney disease secondary to allopurinol-induced acute kidney injury or persistent hyperuricemia after discontinuation of a diuretic.

• Always use in conjunction with a code for the specific sequela (e.g., chronic gout, chronic kidney disease).
• Ensure documentation clearly links the current condition to a previous adverse drug effect.
• Verify the adverse effect is no longer acute; if it is, a different 7th character would be appropriate.