Toxic effect of unspecified spider venom, assault, sequela

This code signifies a long-term or residual health problem resulting from a spider bite where the specific type of spider venom is unknown. The injury was intentionally inflicted by another person.

Apply this code when documenting a chronic condition, scar, or other lasting consequence directly attributable to an unspecified spider venom exposure that occurred as an assault. This code is appropriate for follow-up encounters after the acute phase of the injury has passed.

• Always sequence this code after the code(s) for the specific sequela being treated.
• Ensure documentation clearly states the spider venom was unspecified and the incident was an assault.
• Do not use for acute toxic effects; this code is exclusively for sequelae.