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

This code describes a sequela, or a late effect, resulting from a poisoning by selective serotonin and norepinephrine reuptake inhibitors (SNRIs) that occurred due to an assault. It indicates that the patient is experiencing ongoing health issues directly attributable to a past SNRI poisoning inflicted by another person. The "S" at the end signifies that this is a sequela code.

This code is appropriate for use when a patient presents for treatment of a chronic condition or complication that is a direct result of a previous SNRI poisoning by assault. This could include long-term neurological damage, organ dysfunction, or psychiatric sequelae. It should be used after the acute phase of the poisoning has resolved.

• Always assign this code as a secondary diagnosis, following the code for the specific sequela being treated.
• Ensure documentation clearly links the current condition to the past SNRI poisoning and specifies the assault as the intent.
• Do not use this code for the initial acute poisoning event; separate codes exist for acute poisoning by assault.