ICD-10 Code J63.0 – Aluminosis (of lung) (2026): Diagnosis, Symptoms & Billing Guide
2026 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code J63.0 – Aluminosis (of lung)
What it is
J63.0 identifies aluminosis, an occupational lung disease caused by inhalation of aluminum dust or fumes. It refers to lung injury from exposure, not a general aluminum allergy or poisoning.
Clinical signs
Clinical features may include cough, shortness of breath, and progressive breathing limitation after relevant workplace exposure. Imaging and occupational history are key; clinical features vary, so refer to documentation.
When to use this code
Use J63.0 when the provider documents aluminosis, aluminum pneumoconiosis, or lung disease due to aluminum exposure. Code it only when the record links the pulmonary condition to aluminum dust or fumes. If the chart is unclear about cause, check documentation.
Do not use for
Do not use this code for nonspecific respiratory symptoms without documented aluminum exposure or causation. It is also wrong for non-pulmonary aluminum toxicity or other pneumoconioses.
Coding tip
Confirm the occupational exposure and the provider’s causal wording before assigning J63.0.