Other fish poisoning, assault, sequela

This code signifies the long-term effects or complications arising from poisoning due to consuming contaminated fish, where the poisoning was intentionally inflicted by another person. It indicates that the acute phase of the poisoning has passed, and the patient is now experiencing residual health problems.

Apply this code when documenting chronic conditions, permanent disabilities, or ongoing symptoms directly attributable to a past incident of fish poisoning that was determined to be an assault. This would include follow-up visits for conditions like persistent neurological deficits, organ damage, or chronic gastrointestinal issues stemming from the initial toxic exposure.

• Always sequence this code after the code(s) for the specific sequela being treated.
• Ensure documentation clearly links the current condition to a past fish poisoning assault.
• Do not use this code for the initial or acute phase of the poisoning; use the acute poisoning code with the appropriate seventh character for initial encounter.