Adverse effect of other psychotropic drugs, subs encntr

This code signifies a patient experiencing an undesirable or harmful reaction to a psychotropic medication not otherwise specified, during a follow-up visit. The adverse effect is a direct consequence of the drug's administration, rather than an overdose or poisoning.

Apply this code when a patient presents for ongoing management or evaluation of an adverse effect from a psychotropic drug (e.g., antipsychotic, antidepressant, anxiolytic) that was previously documented. This is appropriate for subsequent visits related to the initial adverse reaction.

• Always sequence this code after the code for the specific manifestation of the adverse effect.
• Ensure documentation clearly states the adverse effect is due to a psychotropic drug and that this is a follow-up encounter.
• Do not use for initial encounters or for adverse effects from non-psychotropic medications.