Asphyxiation due to plastic bag, self-harm, sequela

This code signifies the long-term effects or complications arising from an intentional act of self-harm involving asphyxiation by a plastic bag. It indicates that the patient survived the initial event but is now experiencing persistent health issues directly attributable to the lack of oxygen sustained during the attempt. These sequelae can range from neurological damage to respiratory complications.

Assign this code when documenting a patient presenting with residual conditions or chronic problems that are a direct consequence of a past suicide attempt by plastic bag asphyxiation. This is appropriate for follow-up encounters after the acute phase of the self-harm event has passed. It should be used in conjunction with codes for the specific sequelae being treated.

• Always sequence this code after the code(s) for the specific sequela(e) being managed (e.g., anoxic brain injury).
• Ensure documentation clearly links the current condition to the past intentional self-harm event via plastic bag asphyxiation.
• This "S" seventh character indicates a sequela, meaning it's for conditions that are the late effects of the initial injury.