Poisoning by tetracyclines, assault, initial encounter

This code signifies an intentional act of poisoning with a tetracycline antibiotic, where the drug was administered by another person with the intent to harm. It specifically captures the initial phase of treatment for such an event, indicating the patient is presenting for the first time for this particular poisoning. The "assault" designation differentiates it from accidental or self-inflicted poisonings.

Use this code when a patient presents to an emergency department or clinic with symptoms of tetracycline toxicity, and the medical record clearly documents that the poisoning was due to an assault. This applies to the initial evaluation and management of the patient's condition directly related to the poisoning. Subsequent encounters for the same poisoning would use a different encounter character.

• Ensure documentation explicitly states "assault" or provides clear evidence of intentional harm by another party.
• Verify that the specific drug involved is a tetracycline antibiotic.
• Confirm this is the first encounter for this specific poisoning event; subsequent encounters require a different 7th character.