Toxic effect of beryllium and its compounds, acc, sequela

This code signifies the long-term or residual health problems resulting from an accidental exposure to beryllium or its compounds. These sequelae can manifest as chronic respiratory conditions, skin disorders, or other systemic effects that persist after the initial acute toxic event has resolved.

Apply this code when documenting conditions such as chronic beryllium disease (CBD) or other lasting organ damage directly attributable to an unintentional beryllium poisoning that occurred in the past. It is used when the patient is no longer experiencing the acute toxic effects but is being treated for the ongoing consequences.

• Always use this code as a secondary diagnosis, following the code for the specific sequela (e.g., J63.2 for chronic beryllium disease).
• Ensure documentation clearly links the current condition to a past accidental beryllium exposure.
• Do not use this code for acute beryllium toxicity; refer to the acute poisoning codes for initial encounters.