Toxic effect of ketones, assault, sequela

This code signifies the long-term or residual effects resulting from a toxic exposure to ketones, where the exposure was intentionally inflicted by another person. It indicates that the acute phase of the poisoning has passed, and the patient is now experiencing persistent health problems directly attributable to that assault.

Use this code when documenting chronic conditions, disabilities, or other lasting health issues that are a direct consequence of a past assault involving ketone poisoning. This applies to follow-up encounters for ongoing management of these sequelae, not for the initial acute poisoning event.

• Always sequence this code after the code(s) for the specific sequela(e) being treated.
• Do not use this code for acute ketone poisoning; refer to the appropriate acute poisoning codes.
• Ensure documentation clearly links the current condition to a past assault involving ketones.