Toxic effect of coral snake venom, self-harm, subs

This code signifies a patient presenting for follow-up care or treatment of complications resulting from a coral snake envenomation that was intentionally self-inflicted. The patient is no longer in the initial acute phase of treatment.

Apply this code for subsequent visits related to the management of ongoing symptoms, wound care, or psychological support following a deliberate coral snake bite. This includes encounters for monitoring organ damage, addressing persistent neurological effects, or follow-up for psychiatric evaluation.

• Requires an external cause code (X-code) to specify the intent (intentional self-harm).
• Do not use for the initial encounter; a different seventh character (A) would be appropriate for the initial treatment.
• Ensure documentation clearly indicates the intentional nature of the self-harm and that the encounter is not the first for this specific injury.