Toxic effect of venom of hornets, assault, subs encntr

This code signifies a harmful reaction to hornet venom resulting from an intentional assault. It is used when the patient is receiving follow-up care for the toxic effects, such as ongoing treatment for anaphylaxis, local tissue damage, or other systemic reactions.

Apply this code for patients presenting for subsequent treatment of symptoms or complications arising from a hornet sting that was inflicted as an act of violence. This includes visits for wound care, medication adjustments for allergic reactions, or monitoring of organ damage after the initial acute phase.

• Ensure documentation clearly states the hornet sting was an assault and not accidental or self-inflicted.
• Confirm the encounter is for follow-up care, not the initial treatment, as indicated by the "D" seventh character.
• Always sequence this code after any codes for the specific toxic effects or injuries sustained.