Toxic effect of alcohols, accidental, sequela

This code signifies a long-term consequence or complication arising from an accidental poisoning by an alcohol other than ethanol or methanol. This could include substances like isopropyl alcohol or ethylene glycol. The sequela represents a residual condition that persists after the acute toxic event has resolved.

Apply this code when documenting a chronic health problem directly attributable to a past, unintentional exposure to a non-ethanol/methanol alcohol. Examples include kidney damage from ethylene glycol poisoning, neurological deficits following isopropyl alcohol ingestion, or other persistent organ damage. This code is used for the late effects, not the acute poisoning itself.

• Always sequence this sequela code after the code for the specific nature of the sequela (e.g., chronic kidney disease).
• Ensure documentation clearly links the current condition to a past accidental toxic exposure to an "other alcohol."
• Do not use this code for acute poisoning events; those require codes from the acute toxic effect categories.