T71.141
Billable codeAsphyxiation due to smothering under another person's body (in bed), accidental
The ICD-10 code for asphyxiation due to smothering under another person's body (in bed), accidental is T71.141.
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- Asphyxiation due to smothering under another person's body (in bed) NOS
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Related codes in this category
- T71.143Asphyxiation due to smothering under another person's body (in bed), assault
- T71.144Asphyxiation due to smothering under another person's body (in bed), undetermined
- T71.141Asphyxiation due to smothering under another person's body (in bed), accidental