Toxic effect of venom of bees, assault, sequela

This code signifies the long-term or residual effects resulting from a bee venom exposure that was intentionally inflicted by another person. These sequelae can manifest as chronic skin conditions, persistent neurological deficits, or ongoing allergic reactions that developed after the initial acute toxic event. It indicates that the patient is presenting for care related to these lasting health problems.

Use this code when documenting a patient encounter for the management of chronic or residual health issues directly attributable to a past assault involving bee venom. This applies to situations where the acute toxic effects have resolved, but the patient continues to experience related complications. Examples include chronic urticaria, nerve damage, or organ dysfunction stemming from the original bee sting assault.

• Always sequence this code after the code(s) for the specific sequela being treated.
• Ensure documentation clearly links the current condition to a past bee venom assault.
• Do not use for acute toxic effects; this code is exclusively for sequelae.