Poisoning by glucocort/synth analog, assault, init

This code signifies a patient presenting with adverse effects resulting from the intentional administration of glucocorticoids or synthetic analogues by another person with the intent to harm. The patient is in the active phase of treatment for this poisoning.

This code is appropriate when a patient has been deliberately poisoned with medications like prednisone, dexamethasone, or similar synthetic corticosteroids by an assailant. It should be used for the initial encounter where the poisoning is diagnosed and treatment is initiated.

• Always assign an additional code for the specific glucocorticoid or synthetic analogue involved, if known.
• Consider external cause codes (e.g., Y07.-) to further describe the circumstances of the assault.
• Ensure documentation clearly supports the "assault" intent and the "initial encounter" for treatment.