Toxic effect of unsp pesticide, undetermined, init encntr

This code signifies a patient presenting with an adverse health effect due to exposure to an unknown pesticide. The intent of the exposure (e.g., accidental, intentional self-harm, assault) cannot be determined from the available documentation. This is an initial encounter for the acute phase of the poisoning.

Use this code when a patient presents with symptoms of pesticide toxicity, but the specific type of pesticide is not identified, and the circumstances surrounding the exposure are unclear. This would apply to emergency department visits or initial inpatient admissions for acute management of the toxic effect.

• Ensure documentation clearly states the pesticide is "unspecified" and the intent is "undetermined."
• Do not use if the specific pesticide is known or if the intent (e.g., accidental, intentional) can be determined.
• Append additional codes for specific symptoms or manifestations of the toxicity.