ICD-10-CM T17.820: Food in other parts of respiratory tract causing asphyxiation

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About ICD-10-CM Code T17.820 (Food in other parts of respiratory tract causing asphyxiation)

ICD-10-CM code T17.820 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 T17.820 became effective on October 1, 2024.

This page provides detailed information about T17.820 - Food in other parts of respiratory tract 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 other parts of respiratory tract causing asphyxiation.