Poisoning by amphetamines, assault, subsequent encounter

This code signifies a patient presenting for follow-up care after experiencing an intentional poisoning by amphetamines, where the substance was administered by another individual with the intent to harm. It indicates that the initial acute treatment for the poisoning has concluded, and the patient is now receiving care related to the ongoing effects or complications.

Apply this code for subsequent encounters when a patient is receiving ongoing medical management, monitoring, or treatment for complications directly resulting from an amphetamine poisoning that was determined to be an assault. This includes follow-up visits for organ damage, neurological sequelae, or other persistent health issues caused by the initial poisoning event.

• Ensure documentation clearly specifies "assault" as the intent and "subsequent encounter" for the visit type.
• Always sequence this code after any codes for specific conditions or injuries resulting from the poisoning.
• Verify the substance involved is an amphetamine; do not use for other stimulants.