Toxic effect of venom of gila monster, undetermined, sequela

This code indicates a long-term or late-occurring health problem resulting from a gila monster venom exposure where the intent (accidental, intentional self-harm, assault) of the exposure is unknown. These sequelae can manifest months or years after the initial envenomation event.

Apply this code when documenting chronic conditions, permanent disabilities, or other lasting effects directly attributable to a gila monster bite, and the circumstances surrounding the original envenomation are not specified or cannot be determined. This is used for follow-up encounters after the acute phase of the toxic effect has passed.

• Always sequence this sequela code after the code for the specific residual condition being treated.
• Do not use this code for acute gila monster envenomation; instead, use the appropriate acute toxic effect code.
• Ensure documentation clearly links the current condition to a past gila monster envenomation of undetermined intent.