Toxic effect of rodenticides, intentional self-harm, subs

This code signifies a patient presenting for follow-up care or treatment of complications arising from a deliberate act of self-poisoning using rodenticides. The initial acute phase of the toxic effect has passed, and the patient is now receiving ongoing management for the consequences of the intentional self-harm.

Apply this code when documenting subsequent encounters for patients who have previously been treated for a rodenticide overdose with suicidal intent. This includes visits for monitoring organ damage, managing persistent symptoms, or addressing psychological sequelae related to the self-harm attempt. It is appropriate for any encounter after the initial acute treatment.

• Always sequence this code after the primary diagnosis for the specific toxic effect or complication being treated.
• Ensure documentation clearly indicates the intentional nature of the self-harm and that this is a follow-up encounter.
• Consider additional codes for specific organ damage (e.g., liver failure, coagulopathy) or mental health conditions if present.