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T71.131

Asphyxiation due to being trapped in bed linens, accidental

Non-billableCategory

Code Hierarchy

T71T71.1T71.13T71.131

Chapter: 19. Injury, poisoning and certain other consequences of external causes

Section: T66-T78 - Other and unspecified effects of external causes

Coding Guidelines

Inclusion Terms

  • Asphyxiation due to being trapped in bed linens NOS

Specific Codes (3)

T71.131ABillable

Asphyxiation due to being trapped in bed linens, accidental, initial encounter

T71.131DBillable

Asphyxiation due to being trapped in bed linens, accidental, subsequent encounter

T71.131SBillable

Asphyxiation due to being trapped in bed linens, accidental, sequela

Related Codes

T71.132Category

Asphyxiation due to being trapped in bed linens, intentional self-harm

T71.133Category

Asphyxiation due to being trapped in bed linens, assault

T71.134Category

Asphyxiation due to being trapped in bed linens, undetermined

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