Foreign body in respiratory tract
Chapter 19:Injury, poisoning and other consequences of external causes
ICD-10 T17 is a used to indicate a diagnosis of foreign body in respiratory tract.
The ICD-10 Level 1 Category code T17 pertains to foreign bodies located in the respiratory tract. This category encompasses a range of conditions where various objects, such as food, toys, or other materials, become lodged in the airways, leading to potential obstruction and respiratory distress. These incidents are particularly common in children but can occur in adults as well, especially in individuals with swallowing difficulties or altered consciousness. The clinical significance of accurately coding T17 lies in the necessity for prompt diagnosis and intervention to prevent serious complications such as asphyxiation, pneumonia, or lung damage.
Standard ICD-10-CM documentation requirements apply
Various clinical presentations within this specialty area
Follow specialty-specific billing guidelines
Standard ICD-10-CM documentation requirements apply
Various clinical presentations within this specialty area
Follow specialty-specific billing guidelines
T17 includes various conditions where foreign bodies are present in the respiratory tract, such as aspiration of food, toys, or other objects that may obstruct the airway.
T17 codes should be used when a patient presents with a foreign body in the respiratory tract, particularly when it leads to respiratory distress or requires medical intervention.
Documentation must include the type of foreign body, the location of the obstruction, the patient's symptoms, and any procedures performed to remove the foreign body.
