Pneumoconiosis due to other inorganic dusts
ICD-10 J63 is a used to indicate a diagnosis of pneumoconiosis due to other inorganic dusts.
Pneumoconiosis due to other inorganic dusts encompasses a group of lung diseases caused by the inhalation of various inorganic dusts, excluding those classified under silicosis and asbestosis. Common dusts include talc, barium, and various metal oxides. Clinically, patients may present with symptoms such as chronic cough, dyspnea, and chest pain, which can progress to more severe respiratory impairment. The anatomy involved primarily includes the alveoli and bronchioles, where dust particles can induce inflammation and fibrosis. Disease progression can lead to significant pulmonary dysfunction, and in severe cases, respiratory failure. Diagnostic considerations include a thorough occupational history, imaging studies such as chest X-rays or CT scans, and pulmonary function tests to assess the extent of lung involvement. A multidisciplinary approach may be necessary for management, including pulmonology, occupational medicine, and respiratory therapy.
Standard ICD-10-CM documentation requirements apply
Various clinical presentations within this specialty area
Follow specialty-specific billing guidelines
Standard ICD-10-CM documentation requirements apply
Various clinical presentations within this specialty area
Follow specialty-specific billing guidelines
J63 covers pneumoconiosis caused by inhalation of inorganic dusts such as talc, barium, and other non-silica, non-asbestos dusts. Each specific condition may have distinct diagnostic criteria based on exposure history and clinical presentation.
J63 should be used when the pneumoconiosis is specifically due to inorganic dusts not classified under silicosis (J60) or asbestosis (J61). Accurate coding requires a clear understanding of the patient's exposure history.
Documentation should include a detailed occupational history, results from imaging studies, pulmonary function tests, and clinical symptoms. Evidence of exposure to specific inorganic dusts is crucial for accurate coding.
