ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code (2025)
Official Description for J61
Pneumoconiosis due to asbestos and other mineral fibers
Coding Notes & Guidelines for J61
Excludes1: Not Coded Here
- pleural plaque with asbestosis (J92.0)
- pneumoconiosis with tuberculosis, any type in A15 (J65)
Inclusion Terms
Asbestosis
About ICD-10-CM Code J61 (Pneumoconiosis due to asbestos and other mineral fibers)
ICD-10-CM code J61 is a billable or specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes. The 2025 edition of ICD-10-CM J61 became effective on October 1, 2024.
This page provides detailed information about J61 - Pneumoconiosis due to asbestos and other mineral fibers. It includes common terminology, coding guidelines such as "Includes," "Excludes1," and "Excludes2" notes, and information on required 7th characters. Utilizing this information correctly is essential for accurate medical coding and claims submission for conditions like Pneumoconiosis due to asbestos and other mineral fibers.