Poisoning by anterior pituitary hormones, self-harm, init

This code signifies an overdose or toxic reaction to anterior pituitary hormones, such as growth hormone or prolactin, when the patient deliberately self-administered the substance with intent to cause harm. This includes cases of attempted suicide or self-inflicted injury using these specific hormonal agents.

Apply this code when documenting an initial presentation for treatment of poisoning by anterior pituitary hormones, where the medical record clearly indicates the poisoning was intentionally self-inflicted. This is appropriate for emergency department visits, initial hospital admissions, or the first outpatient encounter for this specific event.

• Always confirm the intent was self-harm; differentiate from accidental poisoning or adverse effects of therapeutic use.
• Ensure the substance involved is specifically an anterior pituitary hormone, not other endocrine agents.
• The "A" at the end indicates an initial encounter for this specific poisoning event.