Toxic effect of venom of venomous lizard, accidental, subs

This code signifies a patient presenting for follow-up care related to an unintentional poisoning from the venom of a lizard species other than a Gila monster or Mexican beaded lizard. The patient is experiencing ongoing effects or complications from the initial envenomation, or is receiving continued treatment.

Apply this code when documenting subsequent encounters for patients recovering from an accidental envenomation by an unspecified venomous lizard. This includes visits for wound care, monitoring of systemic effects, or management of persistent symptoms after the initial acute phase. Do not use for the initial treatment of the envenomation.

• Ensure the documentation clearly states the encounter is for follow-up care and not the initial presentation.
• Verify the lizard species is not a Gila monster or Mexican beaded lizard, as those have specific codes.
• Confirm the intent was accidental (unintentional); intentional poisoning would require a different seventh character.