ICD-10-CM T17.520: Food in bronchus causing asphyxiation

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About ICD-10-CM Code T17.520 (Food in bronchus causing asphyxiation)

ICD-10-CM code T17.520 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 T17.520 became effective on October 1, 2024.

This page provides detailed information about T17.520 - Food in bronchus 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 Food in bronchus causing asphyxiation.