J70 – Respiratory conditions due to other external agents

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

Non-billable header

ICD-10-CM code J70
Code
J70 (claims format: J70)
Description
Respiratory conditions due to other external agents
Billable
No – use a more specific code below
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

Billable codes under J70

J70 is a header code and cannot be used on claims. Choose the most specific code:

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.-)

Frequently asked questions

What is ICD-10 code J70?

J70 is the ICD-10-CM code for respiratory conditions due to other external agents, in the block J60-J70 (Lung diseases due to external agents).

Is J70 a billable code?

No. J70 is a header code with more specific child codes; report one of the billable codes listed above.

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.