Toxic effect of cadmium and its compounds, accidental, subs

This code signifies a patient presenting for follow-up care or treatment of adverse health effects resulting from accidental exposure to cadmium or its compounds. The exposure was unintentional, leading to a toxic reaction in the body.

Apply this code when documenting a patient's subsequent visit for ongoing management of cadmium poisoning, such as monitoring organ function, managing symptoms, or receiving chelation therapy after an accidental exposure. This includes follow-up appointments after initial diagnosis and treatment.

• Ensure documentation clearly states the exposure was accidental and not intentional self-harm or assault.
• Confirm this is a subsequent encounter; for the initial encounter, use the 'A' seventh character.
• Always code the specific manifestation(s) of cadmium toxicity, such as acute kidney injury or pulmonary edema, as additional diagnoses.