Toxic effect of detergents, intentional self-harm, sequela

This code indicates a long-term health problem resulting from a deliberate act of self-poisoning with detergents. The patient has experienced a toxic effect from the substance, and the current encounter addresses a residual condition or complication directly attributable to that past event.

Apply this code when documenting a follow-up visit or treatment for a chronic condition, organ damage, or other lasting sequela caused by a previous intentional self-harm attempt involving detergent ingestion or exposure. This is used after the acute phase of the poisoning has resolved.

• Always use in conjunction with a code for the specific sequela (e.g., esophageal stricture, liver damage).
• Ensure documentation clearly links the current condition to the past intentional self-harm by detergent.
• Verify that the encounter is for a sequela and not an acute or subsequent poisoning event.