2025 ICD-10-CM code T40.8X2D

Poisoning by lysergide [LSD], intentional self-harm, subsequent encounter.

Use secondary code(s) from Chapter 20, External causes of morbidity (V01-Y99), to indicate the cause of the intentional self-harm.For example, if the self-harm was by ingestion, a code from category X60-X69 should be used.

Medical necessity for the subsequent encounter is established by the need for ongoing care related to the intentional LSD poisoning, including monitoring for long-term effects and providing appropriate treatment and support.

It is the clinician's responsibility to accurately document the circumstances surrounding the LSD poisoning, including the intent of self-harm.Proper documentation is essential for accurate coding and subsequent treatment.

In simple words: This code is used for a follow-up visit for someone who has intentionally taken LSD in a way that caused them harm.

This code represents a subsequent encounter for a patient who has intentionally poisoned themselves with lysergide [LSD].A subsequent encounter is any encounter after the initial encounter for the injury or poisoning.

Example 1: A patient is admitted to the hospital after intentionally ingesting a large quantity of LSD.After initial treatment and stabilization, the patient is discharged and returns for a follow-up appointment.T40.8X2D would be used for the follow-up visit., A patient presents to the emergency room after intentionally taking LSD and experiencing adverse effects. The patient receives initial treatment and is then released to follow up outpatient in a few days. T40.8X2D would be appropriate to code the follow-up appointment., A patient is seen in a clinic for ongoing psychological counseling related to a prior incident of intentional LSD poisoning.T40.8X2D would be used to code the ongoing therapy sessions.

Documentation should clearly state the patient's intent of self-harm, the type of drug ingested (LSD), and that the encounter is subsequent to the initial encounter for the poisoning.

** It is important to note that T40.8X2D is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.

  • Specialties:Emergency Medicine, Internal Medicine, Psychiatry, Toxicology
  • Place of Service:Inpatient Hospital, On Campus-Outpatient Hospital, Emergency Room - Hospital, Office, Outpatient Hospital, Telehealth Provided in Patient's Home, Telehealth Provided Other than in Patient’s Home
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