T71.121
Billable codeAsphyxiation due to plastic bag, accidental
The ICD-10 code for asphyxiation due to plastic bag, accidental is T71.121.
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- Asphyxiation due to plastic bag NOS
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Related codes in this category
- T71.122Asphyxiation due to plastic bag, intentional self-harm
- T71.123Asphyxiation due to plastic bag, assault
- T71.124Asphyxiation due to plastic bag, undetermined
- T71.121Asphyxiation due to plastic bag, accidental