J60 – Coalworker's pneumoconiosis

ICD-10-CM 2027 diagnosis code · Lung diseases due to external agents

Billable code

ICD-10-CM code J60
Code
J60 (claims format: J60)
Description
Coalworker's pneumoconiosis
Billable
Yes – valid for HIPAA-covered transactions
Valid for
Dates of service October 1, 2026 – September 30, 2027 (FY2027)
Chapter
10. Diseases of the respiratory system (J00-J99)
Block
J60-J70 Lung diseases due to external agents

Notes for J60

Applicable to:
  • Anthracosilicosis
  • Anthracosis
  • Black lung disease
  • Coalworker's lung
Excludes1 (not coded here):
  • coalworker pneumoconiosis with tuberculosis, any type in A15 (J65)

Notes inherited from parent codes

Instructional notes at a category or block level apply to every code below it.

Block J60-J70

Excludes2 (not included here):
  • asthma (J45.-)
  • malignant neoplasm of bronchus and lung (C34.-)

Index terms for J60

Entries in the ICD-10-CM alphabetic index that lead to this code:

Frequently asked questions

What is ICD-10 code J60?

J60 is the ICD-10-CM code for coalworker's pneumoconiosis, in the block J60-J70 (Lung diseases due to external agents).

Is J60 a billable code?

Yes. J60 is a billable/specific code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.

Source: CDC/NCHS ICD-10-CM FY2027 code files, tabular list and index. Reference only – code assignment must follow the official ICD-10-CM guidelines and documentation in the medical record.