Toxic effect of venom of venomous lizard, self-harm, sequela

This code signifies a long-term health problem or complication arising from a self-inflicted poisoning by the venom of a lizard species other than a Gila monster. The initial toxic exposure was deliberate and intended to cause harm to oneself. The sequela could manifest as chronic organ damage, neurological deficits, or persistent tissue injury.

Apply this code when documenting a patient presenting with a current condition directly attributable to a past, intentional self-harm event involving venom from an unspecified venomous lizard. This is appropriate for follow-up care, rehabilitation, or management of chronic issues stemming from the original poisoning. It would not be used for the initial acute poisoning episode.

• Always sequence this code after the code(s) for the specific sequela being treated.
• Ensure documentation clearly states the intentional nature of the self-harm and the "sequela" aspect of the current condition.
• Verify the lizard species is not a Gila monster, as that has a more specific code.