Toxic effect of other insecticides, assault, sequela

This code signifies the long-term or residual effects resulting from an intentional poisoning by an insecticide other than organophosphate or carbamate. It indicates that the patient has sustained lasting damage or chronic conditions directly attributable to this specific type of toxic exposure, which was inflicted as an act of assault.

Use this code when documenting a patient presenting with persistent health issues, such as neurological deficits, organ damage, or chronic skin conditions, that are a direct consequence of a past assault involving an unspecified insecticide. This code is appropriate for follow-up encounters where the acute phase of the poisoning has resolved, but the patient continues to experience sequelae.

• Always sequence this code after the code(s) identifying the specific sequelae (e.g., specific neurological condition, organ damage).
• Ensure documentation clearly links the current sequela to a past assault involving an insecticide.
• Do not use this code for acute toxic effects; it is exclusively for residual conditions.