ICD-10-CM T71.232: Asphyxiation due to being trapped in a (discarded) refrigerator, intentional self-harm

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About ICD-10-CM Code T71.232 (Asphyxiation due to being trapped in a)

ICD-10-CM code T71.232 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 T71.232 became effective on October 1, 2024.

This page provides detailed information about T71.232 - Asphyxiation due to being trapped in a (discarded) refrigerator, 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 being trapped in a related to intentional self-harm.