ICD-10 Code J62.0 – Pneumoconiosis due to talc dust (2026): Diagnosis, Symptoms & Billing Guide
2026 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code J62.0 – Pneumoconiosis due to talc dust
What it is
J62.0 identifies pneumoconiosis caused by inhaling talc dust. Use it when documentation states talc exposure has led to a dust-related lung disease.
Clinical signs
Clinical features vary; refer to documentation. Typical records may note chronic cough, shortness of breath, and imaging findings consistent with occupational lung disease.
When to use this code
Use J62.0 when the provider documents talc dust as the cause of pneumoconiosis. It fits occupational or environmental exposure histories tied to this diagnosis. If the chart only mentions talc exposure without lung disease, do not assign this code.
Do not use for
Do not use it for unrelated interstitial lung disease, nonspecific dyspnea, or talc exposure without confirmed pneumoconiosis. Check documentation if the cause is not clearly stated.
Coding tip
Link the diagnosis to documented talc exposure and the provider’s stated lung disease cause before coding.