Poisoning by digestants, intentional self-harm, init encntr

This code signifies a patient presenting with adverse effects resulting from the deliberate ingestion of a digestant substance with the intent to cause self-harm. This includes any harmful reaction to medications or substances designed to aid digestion, when taken purposefully to inflict injury upon oneself.

Apply this code when documentation clearly indicates a patient has intentionally overdosed on or misused a digestant, such as antacids, laxatives, or enzyme supplements, with suicidal intent. This is appropriate for the initial assessment and treatment of such an event in an emergency department or inpatient setting.

• Ensure documentation explicitly states "intentional self-harm" or "suicidal intent" related to the digestant.
• Confirm the substance involved is classified as a digestant; otherwise, a different T-code category may be more appropriate.
• This "initial encounter" code is used for the period when the patient is receiving active treatment for the poisoning.