Poisoning by rabies vaccine

This code signifies an adverse reaction or toxic effect resulting from the administration of a rabies vaccine. It encompasses systemic or localized symptoms arising from the vaccine itself, rather than from the disease it prevents. This can include allergic reactions, neurological complications, or other untoward effects.

Apply this code when documentation clearly indicates a patient experienced poisoning or an adverse effect directly attributable to a rabies vaccine. This would typically be supported by physician notes detailing the vaccine administration, the onset of symptoms, and a causal link established between the two. Do not use for reactions to other types of vaccines.

• Always sequence this code as a secondary diagnosis, following the code for the specific manifestation of the poisoning (e.g., rash, anaphylaxis).
• Distinguish carefully between a true "poisoning" (adverse effect/toxicity) and a therapeutic misadventure or underdosing, which would use different E-codes.
• Ensure documentation specifies "rabies vaccine" to differentiate from other vaccine-related adverse events.