Toxic effect of antimony and its compounds

This code signifies the adverse health effects resulting from exposure to antimony or its chemical derivatives. These toxic effects can manifest in various organ systems, including the cardiovascular, gastrointestinal, and respiratory systems, depending on the route and duration of exposure.

Use this code when documentation clearly indicates a patient's signs and symptoms are directly attributable to antimony poisoning. This typically occurs in occupational settings, accidental ingestion, or environmental exposure. Supporting documentation should include a history of exposure and clinical findings consistent with antimony toxicity.

• Always sequence this code as a secondary diagnosis when an underlying condition or external cause of poisoning (E-code) is also documented.
• Distinguish between acute and chronic antimony toxicity if specified in the documentation, as this may influence the specificity of other related codes.
• Ensure the documentation specifies antimony as the toxic agent to differentiate from other heavy metal poisonings.