Poisoning by other general anesthetics, assault, init encntr

This code signifies an adverse health event resulting from the intentional administration of a general anesthetic, other than those specifically classified elsewhere, with the intent to harm. The patient is experiencing the initial effects or treatment for this poisoning.

Apply this code when a patient presents with symptoms of poisoning due to a general anesthetic (e.g., propofol, ketamine, etomidate) that was administered as an act of assault. This includes cases where the patient was drugged or intentionally overdosed by another individual.

• Always assign an additional code for the specific general anesthetic if known (e.g., T41.2X1-T41.2X4 for other general anesthetics).
• Ensure documentation clearly supports the "assault" intent and the "initial encounter" for treatment.
• Do not use this code for accidental poisonings or adverse effects of properly administered therapeutic doses.