Poisoning by unsp antipsychot/neurolept, assault, init

This code signifies an intentional act of harm where an individual is poisoned by an unknown antipsychotic or neuroleptic medication. The poisoning is the result of an assault, meaning it was inflicted by another person with malicious intent. This specific code is used for the initial phase of treatment for such an event.

Apply this code when a patient presents with symptoms of poisoning due to an antipsychotic or neuroleptic drug, and the medical record clearly documents that the exposure was non-accidental and perpetrated by another individual. This code is appropriate for the first encounter where the poisoning is diagnosed and treatment begins.

• Ensure documentation explicitly states "assault" or similar language indicating intentional harm by another party.
• Confirm that the specific type of antipsychotic or neuroleptic is not identified in the medical record.
• This "A" seventh character indicates an initial encounter for active treatment of the poisoning.