Poisoning by glutethimide group

This code indicates a diagnosis of poisoning specifically due to glutethimide, a sedative-hypnotic drug. Poisoning can manifest as acute intoxication, overdose, or adverse effects from improper use, leading to central nervous system depression and other systemic symptoms.

Use this code when documentation clearly states poisoning or adverse effects from glutethimide. This typically occurs in cases of intentional overdose, accidental ingestion, or adverse reactions to prescribed glutethimide. Supporting documentation should include details of glutethimide exposure and the resulting clinical presentation.

• Always code the specific manifestation of the poisoning (e.g., coma, respiratory depression) as an additional diagnosis.
• Distinguish between poisoning (improper use) and adverse effect (proper use); this code is for poisoning.
• Review documentation for intent (accidental, intentional self-harm, assault, undetermined) and add an E-code for external cause.