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T71.16

Non-billable

Asphyxiation due to hanging

T71.16 is the ICD-10-CM code for Asphyxiation due to hanging. It is a non-billable category code — use a more specific child code such as T71.161 for billing.

Status
Header (non-billable)
Chapter
S00-T88
Parent
T71.1
Subcodes
4
Edition
FY2026

S00-T88 Injury, poisoning and certain other consequences of external causes

Includes

  • •Hanging by window shade cord

Use additional code

  • •code for any associated injuries, such as:
  • •crushing injury of neck (S17.-)
  • •fracture of cervical vertebrae (S12.0-S12.2-)
  • •open wound of neck (S11.-)

Frequently asked questions

What is ICD-10 code T71.16?
T71.16 is the ICD-10-CM code for "Asphyxiation due to hanging". It falls under S00-T88 Injury, poisoning and certain other consequences of external causes.
Is T71.16 a billable code?
No — T71.16 is a non-billable header code. Use a more specific child code (such as T71.161) for billing.
What are the subcodes of T71.16?
T71.16 has 4 more specific child codes, including T71.161, T71.162, T71.163.

Source: CMS ICD-10-CM FY2026. For informational purposes only — not medical advice. See our medical disclaimer.

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