Toxic effect of isopropyl alcohol

This code represents the adverse systemic effects resulting from exposure to or ingestion of isopropyl alcohol. This includes symptoms such as central nervous system depression, gastrointestinal irritation, metabolic acidosis, and organ damage, which can range from mild to life-threatening.

Use this code when documentation clearly indicates a patient's signs and symptoms are directly attributable to the toxic effects of isopropyl alcohol. This typically occurs following accidental ingestion, intentional overdose, or significant dermal absorption. Supporting documentation should detail the exposure event and the resulting clinical manifestations.

• Differentiate from poisoning (E-codes for external causes) which describes the cause of the toxic effect, not the effect itself.
• Always sequence this code as a secondary diagnosis following the primary diagnosis for the specific manifestation of the toxic effect (e.g., coma, gastritis).
• Ensure documentation specifies "isopropyl alcohol" to avoid confusion with other alcohol toxicities (e.g., ethanol, methanol).