Bagassosis
ICD-10 J67.1 is a billable code used to indicate a diagnosis of bagassosis.
Bagassosis is a type of hypersensitivity pneumonitis caused by the inhalation of dust from bagasse, the fibrous residue left after sugarcane is processed. Clinically, patients may present with symptoms such as cough, dyspnea, and chest tightness, often occurring after exposure to bagasse in agricultural or industrial settings. The condition primarily affects the lung parenchyma, leading to inflammation and potential fibrosis if exposure continues. Disease progression can vary; acute symptoms may resolve with avoidance of exposure, while chronic cases can lead to irreversible lung damage. Diagnosis typically involves a thorough occupational history, clinical evaluation, and may include imaging studies such as chest X-rays or CT scans, which can reveal ground-glass opacities or reticular patterns indicative of interstitial lung disease. Pulmonary function tests may also be utilized to assess the extent of lung impairment. A definitive diagnosis often requires a combination of clinical findings, imaging, and sometimes bronchoalveolar lavage to identify specific inflammatory markers.
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
J67.1 specifically covers bagassosis, a hypersensitivity pneumonitis resulting from exposure to bagasse. It is characterized by respiratory symptoms following inhalation of this organic dust.
J67.1 should be used when there is a confirmed diagnosis of bagassosis, particularly when the patient's occupational exposure to bagasse is documented. It should not be used for other types of pneumonitis without specific exposure history.
Documentation should include a detailed occupational history, clinical symptoms, results from imaging studies, and pulmonary function tests. Evidence of exposure to bagasse and the clinical correlation of symptoms is crucial.
