Toxic effect of contact w unsp venom animal, assault, subs

This code signifies a harmful reaction resulting from direct contact with an unknown venomous creature, where the exposure was intentionally inflicted by another person. It is used for encounters following the initial treatment of the toxic effect.

Apply this code when documenting follow-up care for a patient who experienced a toxic reaction due to an assault involving an unspecified venomous animal. This includes subsequent visits for wound care, monitoring for delayed effects, or managing ongoing symptoms related to the initial envenomation.

• Ensure documentation clearly states the encounter is for follow-up care and the intent was an assault.
• Confirm the venomous animal is not specified in the medical record.
• Do not use for initial encounters or sequelae; specific codes exist for those scenarios.