Toxic effect of unsp alcohol, intentional self-harm, subs

This code signifies a patient presenting for follow-up care related to a previous intentional self-harm attempt involving an unspecified type of alcohol. The initial acute phase of treatment for the poisoning has concluded, and the patient is now receiving ongoing management for the effects of the self-inflicted intoxication.

Apply this code for subsequent encounters when a patient is being treated for complications, sequelae, or ongoing monitoring related to a past intentional self-harm attempt by ingesting an unspecified alcohol. This includes follow-up appointments for mental health support, organ damage assessment, or other lingering effects after the initial poisoning event.

• Ensure the encounter is for a subsequent visit, not the initial acute poisoning.
• Verify documentation clearly states the intent was self-harm.
• Use an additional code for the specific mental health condition or other sequelae if applicable.