Toxic effect of venom of hornets, self-harm, sequela

This code signifies the long-term or residual effects resulting from a hornet venom exposure that was intentionally self-inflicted. It indicates that the patient is experiencing persistent health issues directly attributable to a past self-harm attempt involving hornet stings.

Apply this code when documenting conditions that are a direct consequence of a previous, deliberate self-harm incident involving hornet venom. This would include chronic pain, neurological deficits, or organ damage that has stabilized but continues to impact the patient's health after the acute phase of the poisoning has passed.

• Always sequence this code after the code for the specific sequela being treated.
• Ensure documentation clearly links the current condition to a past intentional self-harm event involving hornet venom.
• Do not use for acute poisoning; this code is exclusively for residual effects.