ICD-10 Code J60 – Coalworker’s pneumoconiosis (2026): Diagnosis, Symptoms & Billing Guide
2026 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code J60 – Coalworker’s pneumoconiosis
What it is
J60 identifies coalworker’s pneumoconiosis, a lung disease caused by long-term inhalation of coal dust. It is a chronic occupational condition that can impair breathing and lung function.
Clinical signs
Typical findings include chronic cough, shortness of breath, and a history of coal dust exposure. Imaging may show lung changes consistent with pneumoconiosis; clinical features vary, so refer to documentation.
When to use this code
Use J60 when the record specifically documents coalworker’s pneumoconiosis or black lung disease due to coal dust exposure. Code it when the diagnosis is established by the provider and tied to the occupational exposure history.
If the chart only mentions general dust exposure or another pneumoconiosis type, check documentation before assigning J60. You should not infer this code from respiratory symptoms alone.
Do not use for
Do not use J60 for nonspecific chronic bronchitis, asthma, or lung disease without a documented coal dust cause. Check documentation if the record names a different pneumoconiosis.
Coding tip
Confirm both the diagnosis and coal dust exposure in the provider note before assigning J60.