Toxic effect of herbicides and fungicides, assault, sequela

This code signifies a long-term health problem or complication resulting from a past exposure to herbicides or fungicides, where the exposure was intentionally inflicted by another person. It indicates that the acute toxic effects have resolved, but residual damage or chronic conditions persist due to the assault.

Use this code when documenting a patient presenting with a chronic condition, organ damage, neurological deficits, or other lasting sequelae directly attributable to a prior assault involving herbicides or fungicides. This applies when the initial acute poisoning event has passed, and the current encounter is for managing these persistent effects.

• Always use in conjunction with a code describing the specific sequela (e.g., chronic kidney disease, neuropathy).
• Ensure documentation clearly links the current condition to a past assault involving herbicides or fungicides.
• This "S" seventh character indicates sequela and should be used for complications or conditions arising as a direct result of the initial injury, not for the acute poisoning itself.