When coding adverse effects, poisoning, underdosing, and toxic effects, which character in the code describes the intent of the circumstance?
A) Fourth
B) Fifth
C) Sixth
D) Seventh

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The sixth character in ICD-10-CM codes for adverse effects, poisoning, underdosing, and toxic effects indicates the intent of the circumstance, such as accidental, intentional self-harm, assault, or undetermined.

When Coding Adverse Effects, Poisoning, Underdosing, and Toxic Effects, Which