Toxic effect of chlorofluorocarbons, assault, sequela

This code signifies the long-term or residual health problems resulting from a chlorofluorocarbon (CFC) poisoning that occurred due to an intentional act of harm (assault). These sequelae can manifest as chronic respiratory issues, neurological damage, or other persistent organ dysfunction directly attributable to the past toxic exposure.

Apply this code when documenting a patient presenting with chronic conditions or permanent damage that are a direct consequence of a past chlorofluorocarbon poisoning inflicted during an assault. This is appropriate for follow-up encounters addressing these lasting effects, rather than the initial acute poisoning event.

• Always sequence this sequela code after the code(s) for the specific chronic condition(s) or symptoms being treated.
• Ensure documentation clearly links the current condition to a past CFC poisoning and specifies the assault as the intent.
• Do not use this code for acute poisoning or for accidental or undetermined intent exposures.