ICD-10-CM T71.152: Asphyxiation due to smothering in furniture, intentional self-harm

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About ICD-10-CM Code T71.152 (Asphyxiation due to smothering in furniture)

ICD-10-CM code T71.152 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 T71.152 became effective on October 1, 2024.

This page provides detailed information about T71.152 - Asphyxiation due to smothering in furniture, 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 in furniture related to intentional self-harm.