Food in bronchus causing asphyxiation, subsequent encounter

This code signifies a patient presenting for follow-up care related to a previous episode of asphyxiation caused by food lodged in their bronchus. This indicates the initial acute event has passed, and the patient is now being managed for residual effects, complications, or ongoing monitoring.

Apply this code when documenting subsequent visits for patients who previously experienced food aspiration into the bronchus leading to asphyxiation. This includes encounters for pneumonia resulting from the aspiration, persistent respiratory symptoms, or follow-up after removal of the foreign body.

• Requires a seventh character of "D" for subsequent encounter.
• Always sequence this code after any codes for the specific sequelae or complications (e.g., aspiration pneumonia).
• Ensure documentation clearly supports that this is not the initial acute presentation.