J69: Pneumonitis due to solids and liquids
Codes under J69 (Pneumonitis due to solids and liquids). A ✓ marks a billable (fully specified) code; category codes without a ✓ are not billable on their own.
| Code | Description | Billable |
|---|---|---|
| J69.0 | Pneumonitis due to inhalation of food and vomit | ✓ |
| J69.0 | Pneumonitis due to inhalation of food and vomit | ✓ |
| J69.1 | Pneumonitis due to inhalation of oils and essences | ✓ |
| J69.1 | Pneumonitis due to inhalation of oils and essences | ✓ |
| J69.8 | Pneumonitis due to inhalation of other solids and liquids | ✓ |
| J69.8 | Pneumonitis due to inhalation of other solids and liquids | ✓ |
Frequently asked questions
What is ICD-10-CM code J69?
J69 is an ICD-10-CM category covering Pneumonitis due to solids and liquids. It contains 6 more specific diagnosis codes, 6 of which are billable.
Is J69 a billable code?
No — J69 is a category header and isn't billable on its own. Code to the highest level of specificity using one of its subcodes (for example J69.0 — Pneumonitis due to inhalation of food and vomit). 6 of the 6 codes under J69 are billable.
What codes fall under J69?
J69 includes J69.0, J69.0, J69.1, J69.1, J69.8, plus 1 more. See the full list with descriptions and billable status above.
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