Toxic effect of venom of scorpion, accidental, sequela

This code signifies the long-term or residual effects resulting from an accidental scorpion venom exposure. These sequelae are conditions that persist after the acute phase of the envenomation has resolved, such as chronic pain, neurological deficits, or organ damage.

Apply this code when documenting conditions directly attributable to a past, unintentional scorpion sting that are still present and require ongoing management. This is appropriate for follow-up encounters addressing the lasting impact of the envenomation, not the acute poisoning itself.

• Always use this code as a secondary diagnosis, following a code for the specific sequela (e.g., chronic neuropathy, kidney failure).
• Ensure documentation clearly links the current condition to a previous accidental scorpion envenomation.
• Do not use for initial or acute scorpion envenomation; those cases would use the acute poisoning codes.