Toxic effect of coral snake venom, assault, init encntr

This code signifies a patient presenting with adverse systemic effects resulting from envenomation by a coral snake, specifically when the bite was inflicted intentionally by another party. The "initial encounter" designation indicates the patient is receiving active treatment for the acute phase of the toxic effect.

Apply this code when documenting the initial hospital admission or outpatient visit for a patient who has been deliberately bitten by a coral snake, leading to symptoms such as neurotoxicity, respiratory paralysis, or other systemic manifestations of the venom. This is appropriate for the first time a healthcare provider treats the patient for this specific incident.

• Always sequence this code first when it represents the primary reason for the encounter.
• Ensure documentation clearly supports the "assault" nature of the envenomation, as opposed to accidental.
• Do not use for subsequent encounters or sequelae; a different encounter character would be required.