Poisoning by rifampicins, accidental (unintentional), init

This code signifies an adverse event where a patient has unintentionally ingested or been administered an excessive or incorrect dose of a rifamycin antibiotic, leading to toxic effects. It specifically indicates that this is the first time the patient is receiving care for this particular poisoning episode.

Apply this code when a patient presents to an emergency department or clinic with symptoms of rifampicin toxicity due to an accidental overdose or medication error. This includes situations where a patient mistakenly takes too much of their prescribed rifampicin or is given an incorrect dose by a caregiver.

• Ensure documentation clearly states the poisoning was accidental and not intentional self-harm or assault.
• Verify that rifampicin is the specific substance involved, as other antitubercular drugs have different codes.
• Confirm this is the initial encounter for treatment of this poisoning; subsequent care would use a different encounter character.