Asked by Ricky Ressa on Sep 24, 2024

What is/are the correct code(s) for a patient with black lung disease from working in a coal mine?

A) J60
B) J60, T58.2X1A, Y92.64
C) J61
D) J60, T58.2X2A, Y92.65

Black Lung Disease

A lung disease caused by inhaling coal dust over a long period, leading to lung damage and breathing difficulties.

Coal Mine

An excavation in the Earth for extracting coal, a fossil fuel used primarily for generating electricity and heating.

  • Understand and enact the accurate ICD-10 coding for assorted respiratory disorders.
  • Ascertain the influence of environmental and work-related factors on respiratory health.