Asphyx d/t mech thrt to breathe d/t oth cause, slf-hrm, subs

Asphyxiation due to mechanical threat to breathing due to other causes, intentional self-harm, subsequent encounter

📋Clinical Description

This code signifies an injury resulting from a mechanical obstruction or interference with breathing, such as strangulation or suffocation, that was intentionally self-inflicted. It specifically applies to encounters following the initial treatment of this self-harm event, where the patient is receiving ongoing care.

🎯When to Use

Use this code for follow-up visits, rehabilitation, or further treatment related to a previously diagnosed self-inflicted mechanical asphyxiation. This includes scenarios where the patient is being monitored for complications, undergoing psychiatric evaluation, or receiving therapy for the sequelae of the initial injury.

💡Coding Tips

Ensure documentation clearly indicates "intentional self-harm" and that the encounter is "subsequent."
Always code with an accompanying external cause code (X70-X79) to specify the intent and mechanism.
Do not use for the initial encounter; a code with an "A" seventh character would be appropriate for the initial treatment.

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Code Hierarchy

▲T71.192Asphyx d/t mech threat to breathe due to oth cause, slf-hrm

T71.192D(current)

Crosswalks

V58.89ApproxICD-9

Same Category

T71Asphyxiation T71.1Asphyxiation due to mechanical threat to breathing T71.11Asphyxiation due to smothering under pillow T71.111Asphyxiation due to smothering under pillow, accidental T71.111AAsphyx due to smothering under pillow, accidental, init