Toxic effect of paints and dyes, NEC, assault, sequela

This code signifies the long-term or residual health problems resulting from a deliberate act of poisoning with paints or dyes. It indicates that the initial toxic exposure was an assault and the patient is now experiencing the lasting effects of that exposure.

Apply this code when documenting chronic conditions, organ damage, neurological deficits, or other persistent health issues directly attributable to a past assault involving paint or dye ingestion, inhalation, or skin contact. This is used for follow-up encounters after the acute phase of the poisoning has resolved.

• Always sequence this code after the code for the specific sequela being treated.
• Ensure documentation clearly links the current condition to a past assault involving paints or dyes.
• Do not use this code for acute toxic effects; use the appropriate acute poisoning code for the initial encounter.