Toxic effect of ingested (parts of) plant(s), assault, init

This code signifies a patient presenting with adverse effects from intentionally consuming a toxic plant or plant part, where the ingestion was a result of an assault. The patient is in the acute phase of treatment for these toxic effects.

Apply this code when documentation clearly indicates a patient was forcibly or maliciously given a toxic plant to ingest, leading to an acute toxic reaction. This is appropriate for initial evaluations and treatments following such an event.

• Ensure documentation explicitly states the ingestion was an assault, not accidental or self-harm.
• Verify the substance ingested is identified as a plant or plant part.
• Confirm this is the first encounter for this specific toxic effect.