Toxic effect of rodenticides, assault, sequela

This code signifies the long-term, residual effects resulting from a deliberate poisoning by rodenticides. It indicates that the patient experienced an intentional exposure to a rodenticide, and the current medical presentation is a consequence of that past event. The "sequela" aspect means the acute phase of the poisoning has passed, but lasting health problems remain.

Apply this code when documenting chronic or permanent health issues directly attributable to a past assault involving rodenticides. This would include conditions like persistent neurological damage, organ dysfunction, or other lasting impairments that developed after the initial toxic exposure. It is used when the patient is no longer in the acute phase of the poisoning.

• Always sequence this sequela code after the code(s) for the specific residual condition(s) being treated.
• Ensure documentation clearly links the current sequela to a past assault by rodenticides.
• Do not use this code for acute poisoning or accidental/unintentional exposures.