Toxic effect of glycols, assault, sequela

This code signifies a long-term or residual health problem resulting from a toxic exposure to glycols, such as ethylene glycol or propylene glycol, that occurred due to an intentional act of harm by another person. It indicates that the acute phase of the poisoning has passed, but the patient continues to experience lasting effects.

Apply this code when documenting chronic kidney disease, neurological deficits, or other persistent organ damage directly attributable to a past glycol poisoning that was determined to be an assault. This is used for follow-up encounters after the initial acute treatment for the poisoning.

• Always sequence this code after the code for the specific sequela (e.g., chronic kidney disease).
• Ensure the medical record clearly documents the assault as the cause of the glycol exposure and the link between the exposure and the current sequela.
• Do not use this code for acute poisoning; it is exclusively for the long-term effects.