ICD-10-CM T71.112: Asphyxiation due to smothering under pillow, intentional self-harm

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About ICD-10-CM Code T71.112 (Asphyxiation due to smothering under pillow)

ICD-10-CM code T71.112 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 T71.112 became effective on October 1, 2024.

This page provides detailed information about T71.112 - Asphyxiation due to smothering under pillow, intentional self-harm. 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 related to intentional self-harm.