T71.1
Asphyxiation due to mechanical threat to breathing
Non-billableCategory
Code Hierarchy
T71T71.1
Coding Guidelines
Inclusion Terms
- Suffocation due to mechanical threat to breathing
Specific Codes (7)
T71.11Category
Asphyxiation due to smothering under pillow
T71.12Category
Asphyxiation due to plastic bag
T71.13Category
Asphyxiation due to being trapped in bed linens
T71.14Category
Asphyxiation due to smothering under another person's body (in bed)
T71.15Category
Asphyxiation due to smothering in furniture
T71.16Category
Asphyxiation due to hanging
T71.19Category
Asphyxiation due to mechanical threat to breathing due to other causes
