Poisn by slctv seroton/norepineph reup inhibtr, asslt, init

This diagnosis code indicates a patient has experienced poisoning due to a selective serotonin and norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor (SSNRI), where the poisoning was intentionally inflicted by another person. This code is specifically for the initial encounter for this assault-related poisoning.

Use this code when documenting a patient presenting for initial treatment of an overdose or adverse reaction to an SSNRI, and medical records clearly indicate the substance was administered by another individual with intent to harm. This applies to situations like forced ingestion or malicious administration of the drug.

• Always verify the intent of the poisoning (assault) and the specific drug class (SSNRI) from the medical documentation.
• Ensure this is the patient's first encounter for treatment of this specific poisoning event.
• Do not use for accidental or self-inflicted poisonings; different codes exist for those scenarios.