Toxic eff of unsp noxious sub eaten as food, slf-hrm, init

This code signifies a patient presenting with adverse effects from ingesting an unknown or unidentifiable harmful substance as food, with the explicit intent of self-harm. The toxic reaction is acute and the patient is in the initial phase of treatment for this specific poisoning event.

Apply this code when documentation clearly indicates a patient intentionally consumed an unspecified toxic substance, disguised or presented as food, in an attempt to harm themselves. This is appropriate for the initial hospital visit or encounter where the poisoning is first evaluated and treated.

• Ensure documentation explicitly states "intentional self-harm" and that the substance was "eaten as food."
• Only use this code when the specific toxic substance cannot be identified or documented.
• Remember the "X" placeholder for the unspecified substance and the "A" for initial encounter.