ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code (2025)
Official Description for T71.11
Asphyxiation due to smothering under pillow
Coding Notes & Guidelines for T71.11
Inclusion Terms
Asphyxiation due to smothering under pillow NOS
Parent Code (Less Specific):
About ICD-10-CM Code T71.11 (Asphyxiation due to smothering under pillow)
ICD-10-CM code T71.11 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 T71.11 became effective on October 1, 2024.
This page provides detailed information about T71.11 - Asphyxiation due to smothering under pillow. 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 Asphyxiation due to smothering under pillow.