T71.16
Asphyxiation due to hanging
Non-billableCategory
Coding Guidelines
Inclusion Terms
- Hanging by window shade cord
Use Additional Code
- code for any associated injuries, such as:
- crushing injury of neck (S17.-)
- fracture of cervical vertebrae (S12.0-S12.2-)
- open wound of neck (S11.-)
Specific Codes (4)
Related Codes
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
T71.19Category
Asphyxiation due to mechanical threat to breathing due to other causes
