ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code (2025)
Official Description for T71.16
Asphyxiation due to hanging
Coding Notes & Guidelines for T71.16
Use Additional Code
- code for any associated injuries, such as:
- crushing injury of neck (S17.-)
- fracture of cervical vertebrae (S12.0-S12.2-)
- open wound of neck (S11.-)
Inclusion Terms
Hanging by window shade cord
Inclusion Terms
- Asphyxiation due to hanging NOS
- Hanging NOS
Parent Code (Less Specific):
About ICD-10-CM Code T71.16 (Asphyxiation due to hanging)
ICD-10-CM code T71.16 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 T71.16 became effective on October 1, 2024.
This page provides detailed information about T71.16 - Asphyxiation due to hanging. 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 hanging.