Poisoning by rifampicins, assault, subsequent encounter

This code signifies a diagnosis of poisoning due to rifampicin, an antibiotic, resulting from an intentional act of harm by another person. The "subsequent encounter" indicates that the patient is receiving follow-up care for the sequelae of this poisoning, not the initial acute treatment. This could involve managing ongoing symptoms, monitoring for long-term effects, or addressing complications.

Use this code when documenting follow-up care for a patient who was intentionally poisoned with rifampicin by another individual. This applies to situations where the patient is no longer in the acute phase of treatment but requires continued medical attention for the effects of the poisoning. Examples include managing liver damage, neurological symptoms, or other chronic issues stemming from the assault.

• Always ensure the documentation clearly specifies "assault" as the intent of the poisoning.
• Verify that the encounter is for follow-up care, not the initial acute treatment, to justify the "D" seventh character.
• Code any specific manifestations or complications of the rifampicin poisoning (e.g., toxic hepatitis) in addition to this code.