ICD-10-CM T17.210: Gastric contents in pharynx causing asphyxiation

Parent Code (Less Specific):

About ICD-10-CM Code T17.210 (Gastric contents in pharynx causing asphyxiation)

ICD-10-CM code T17.210 is a billable or specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes. The 2025 edition of ICD-10-CM T17.210 became effective on October 1, 2024.

This page provides detailed information about T17.210 - Gastric contents in pharynx causing asphyxiation. It includes common terminology, coding guidelines such as "Includes," "Excludes1," and "Excludes2" notes, and information on required 7th characters. Utilizing this information correctly is essential for accurate medical coding and claims submission for conditions like Gastric contents in pharynx causing asphyxiation.