Non-Billable / Non-Specific Code
ICD-10-CM T17 is the diagnosis code for Foreign body in respiratory tract. This code falls under the section "Effects of foreign body entering through natural orifice" within Chapter 19 — Injury, poisoning and certain other consequences of external causes (S00-T88). It is a non-billable/non-specific ICD-10-CM code that should not be used for reimbursement. A more specific sub-code is required for billing. Medical coders and healthcare providers use this code to document and classify diagnoses in electronic health records, insurance claims, and clinical databases.
Always refer to the official ICD-10-CM Tabular List for complete coding guidelines. Ensure documentation supports the specificity of the code selected. When in doubt, consult a certified medical coder or the latest CMS guidelines.
Understanding where T17 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:
No, T17 is a non-billable/non-specific code. You should use a more specific sub-code for billing and reimbursement.
T17 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Foreign body in respiratory tract". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.
T17 is located in Section T15-T19 — "Effects of foreign body entering through natural orifice" within Chapter 19 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.
T17 has 8 sub-code(s) that provide more specific detail: T17.0, T17.1, T17.2, T17.3, T17.4 and more.
Use T17 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Foreign body in respiratory tract" and the clinical documentation supports this level of specificity. Always verify with the latest ICD-10-CM guidelines and payer requirements.
The ICD-10-CM code for Foreign body in respiratory tract is T17.
No, T17 is non-billable. Use a more specific sub-code for primary diagnosis billing.
T17 is in Chapter 19 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.
Yes, T17 is a valid ICD-10-CM code for the 2026 fiscal year, subject to official CMS updates.