ICD-10 Specific code W79: Inhalation and ingestion of food causing obstruction of respiratory tract

Specific codes in ICD-10 are unique alphanumeric designations used to identify and categorize diseases, disorders, and conditions. They consist of 3-5 characters, including both letters and numbers, that provide a high level of detail and specificity.

Translations

Language Translation
Flag for English language  English Inhalation and ingestion of food causing obstruction of respiratory tract
Flag for French language  French Inhalation et ingestion d'aliments provoquant une obstruction des voies respiratoires

Hierarchical position

Level Code Title
1 XX External causes of morbidity and mortality
2 V01-X59 Accidents
3 W00-X59 Other external causes of accidental injury
4 W75-W84 Other accidental threats to breathing
5 W79 Inhalation and ingestion of food causing obstruction of respiratory tract
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