Occupational exposure to toxic agents in agriculture

This code signifies a patient's exposure to harmful substances encountered during their work in agricultural settings. This includes contact with pesticides, herbicides, fertilizers, or other chemicals that can lead to adverse health effects. The exposure is occupational, meaning it occurred as a direct result of their employment in agriculture.

Apply this code when documenting a patient's history of or current health issues stemming from chemical exposure while working in farming, ranching, or other agricultural industries. This is appropriate for both acute and chronic conditions linked to such exposures, or for surveillance following a known exposure event.

• Always code the specific health condition resulting from the exposure first, followed by this Z code as a secondary diagnosis.
• Ensure documentation clearly links the exposure to an agricultural occupation and identifies the toxic agent if known.
• Do not use this code for non-occupational exposures or exposures to non-toxic agents.