T71.232A is the ICD 10 code for Asphyxiation due to being trapped in a (discarded) refrigerator, intentional self-harm, initial encounter

T71.232A ICD 10 Code is a billable and specific code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis of Asphyxiation due to being trapped in a (discarded) refrigerator, intentional self-harm, initial encounter for reimbursement purposes. The 2023 edition of the American ICD-10-CM code became effective on October 1, 2022.

Short description for T71.232A ICD 10 code:

Asphyx d/t being trap in a (discarded) refrig, slf-hrm, init

Present On Admission (POA Exempt)

T71.232A ICD 10 code is considered exempt from POA reporting