Asphyxiation
Chapter 19:Injury, poisoning and other consequences of external causes
ICD-10 T71 is a used to indicate a diagnosis of asphyxiation.
Asphyxiation, categorized under ICD-10 code T71, refers to a condition where there is a lack of oxygen reaching the tissues, leading to potential organ damage and death if not promptly addressed. This category encompasses various forms of asphyxiation, including choking, drowning, and suffocation, which can result from different scenarios such as obstruction of the airway, environmental factors, or mechanical causes. Clinically, asphyxiation is a critical emergency that requires immediate intervention to restore oxygen supply and prevent irreversible damage to vital organs, particularly the brain and heart.
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
T71 includes conditions such as choking, drowning, suffocation, and other forms of asphyxia resulting from various causes, including mechanical obstruction or environmental factors.
T71 codes should be used when documenting cases of asphyxiation, particularly in emergency situations where oxygen deprivation is evident and requires urgent medical attention.
Documentation for T71 should include a detailed account of the incident leading to asphyxiation, the patient's clinical presentation, any interventions performed, and the outcomes of those interventions.
