Toxic effect of venom of N & S American snake, slf-hrm, subs

This code signifies a harmful reaction resulting from exposure to venom from a North or South American snake species not otherwise specified, where the exposure was deliberately self-inflicted. It indicates that the patient is receiving follow-up care for the initial injury or its sequelae.

This code is appropriate for subsequent encounters when a patient is being treated for complications or ongoing effects of a self-inflicted snakebite from an unspecified North or South American snake. This includes situations like wound care, management of organ damage, or psychological support related to the intentional poisoning.

• Always verify the intent of the snakebite (intentional self-harm) and the encounter type (subsequent).
• Ensure the snake species is identified as a North or South American snake, but not a specific type with its own code.
• Do not use for initial encounters or sequela encounters; a different 7th character would be required.