External Cause of Injuries Index
Suffocation (accidental) (by external means) (by pressure) (mechanical)
- due to, by
- avalanche — see Landslide
- explosion — see Explosion
- fire — see Exposure, fire
- food, any type (aspiration) (ingestion) (inhalation) T17.92-
- ignition — see Ignition
- landslide — see Landslide
- machine (ry) — see Contact, with, by type of machine
- vomitus (aspiration) (inhalation) T17.81-
- in
- burning building X00.8
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Frequently asked questions
What is the ICD-10-CM code for Suffocation?
The ICD-10-CM Alphabetic Index directs "Suffocation" to T71. Subterms below it may lead to a more specific code. Always confirm the code in the Tabular List before assigning it.
ICD-10-CM External Cause of Injuries Index maintained by CDC/NCHS (public domain), from the CMS FY2027 release.