Poisoning by other specified analgesics and antipyretics

This code signifies an adverse effect or overdose resulting from the ingestion or exposure to analgesics and antipyretics not specifically classified elsewhere. It covers poisonings from a variety of pain relievers and fever reducers, excluding those with their own distinct ICD-9 codes. The patient may present with symptoms ranging from mild discomfort to life-threatening organ damage.

Use this code when documentation clearly indicates poisoning by an analgesic or antipyretic that is not aspirin, salicylates, or other specifically coded substances. This typically applies to non-opioid pain medications and fever reducers not falling into other categories. Supporting documentation should specify the substance involved, if known, and the nature of the poisoning (e.g., accidental, intentional, adverse effect).

• Always sequence this code after the E-code identifying the external cause of poisoning (e.g., accidental, intentional self-harm).
• Ensure the documentation specifies "other specified" to differentiate from more specific analgesic/antipyretic poisoning codes.
• Do not use for adverse effects of correctly prescribed and administered drugs; those are coded differently.