Toxic effect of herbicides and fungicides, undet, init

This code signifies an adverse health effect resulting from exposure to herbicides or fungicides, where the intent of the exposure (e.g., accidental, intentional self-harm, assault) cannot be determined from the available documentation. It indicates the patient is presenting for the initial treatment of these toxic effects.

Apply this code when a patient presents with symptoms or conditions directly attributable to herbicide or fungicide exposure, and the medical record does not specify whether the exposure was accidental, intentional, or due to assault. This is appropriate for the first encounter for this specific toxic event.

• Always sequence this code first if it is the primary reason for the encounter.
• Do not use this code if the intent of exposure (e.g., accidental, intentional self-harm) is clearly documented; instead, choose the appropriate intent-specific code.
• Requires an additional code to specify the manifestation of the toxic effect (e.g., specific organ damage, dermatitis).