Toxic effect of venom of oth Australian snake, assault, init

This code signifies a harmful reaction to the venom of an Australian snake species not specifically categorized elsewhere, resulting from an intentional act of harm by another person. The patient is in the acute phase of treatment for this envenomation.

Apply this code when documenting a patient presenting with symptoms of envenomation from an unspecified Australian snake, where the exposure was due to an assault. This code is appropriate for the initial visit or active treatment phase following the incident.

• Ensure documentation clearly specifies the snake as Australian and the intent as assault.
• Do not use this code for accidental exposures or self-harm; other intent codes exist.
• Always assign additional codes for specific symptoms, signs, or complications of the toxic effect.