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ICD-10 Code J67.3: Suberosis
Reviewed by HealthAssure Clinical TeamUpdated 26 May 2026
What is this code?
ICD-10 codes are diagnosis classification codes used in healthcare records, reporting, coding workflows, and billing support. This code sits within the broader ICD-10 area for Diseases of the respiratory system (J00-J99).
When is it used?
- May be used when a clinician documents suberosis in a patient's medical record.
- May appear in hospital records, claims, referrals, and clinical documentation.
- This code can be used as a clinically usable diagnosis entry in standardized coding workflows.
What it does not mean
- A code alone does not explain severity, treatment plan, or outcome.
- A medical code should not be treated as a substitute for a doctor's diagnosis or advice.
Code hierarchy
chapter
10Diseases of the respiratory system (J00-J99)
block
J60-J70Lung diseases due to external agents
category
J67Hypersensitivity pneumonitis due to organic dust
currentJ67
Official coding notes
Inclusion terms
- Corkhandler's disease or lung
- Corkworker's disease or lung
Where you may see this code
You may see this code in hospital records, discharge summaries, insurance claims, encounter documentation, referrals, or other healthcare billing and coding records.
Related specialists
PulmonologistGeneral Physician
Related codes
J67.0Farmer's lungcodeJ67.1BagassosiscodeJ67.2Bird fancier's lungcodeJ67.4Maltworker's lungcodeJ67.5Mushroom-worker's lungcodeJ67.6Maple-bark-stripper's lungcodeJ67.7Air conditioner and humidifier lungcodeJ67.8Hypersensitivity pneumonitis due to other organic dustscodeJ67.9Hypersensitivity pneumonitis due to unspecified organic dustcode
Sibling codes
J67.0Farmer's lungbillableJ67.1BagassosisbillableJ67.2Bird fancier's lungbillableJ67.4Maltworker's lungbillableJ67.5Mushroom-worker's lungbillableJ67.6Maple-bark-stripper's lungbillableJ67.7Air conditioner and humidifier lungbillableJ67.8Hypersensitivity pneumonitis due to other organic dustsbillableJ67.9Hypersensitivity pneumonitis due to unspecified organic dustbillable
Coverage-related procedures and services
CPT 94621high
CARDIOPULMONARY EXERCISE TESTING, INCLUDING MEASUREMENTS OF MINUTE VENTILATION, CO2 PRODUCTION, O2 UPTAKE, AND ELECTROCARDIOGRAPHIC RECORDINGS
Source: CMS coverage guidance
CPT 31720high
CATHETER ASPIRATION (SEPARATE PROCEDURE); NASOTRACHEAL
Source: CMS coverage guidance
CPT 94664high
DEMONSTRATION AND/OR EVALUATION OF PATIENT UTILIZATION OF AN AEROSOL GENERATOR, NEBULIZER, METERED DOSE INHALER OR IPPB DEVICE
Source: CMS coverage guidance
CPT 94617high
EXERCISE TEST FOR BRONCHOSPASM, INCLUDING PRE- AND POST-SPIROMETRY AND PULSE OXIMETRY; WITH ELECTROCARDIOGRAPHIC RECORDING(S)
Source: CMS coverage guidance
CPT 94619high
EXERCISE TEST FOR BRONCHOSPASM, INCLUDING PRE- AND POST-SPIROMETRY AND PULSE OXIMETRY; WITHOUT ELECTROCARDIOGRAPHIC RECORDING(S)
Source: CMS coverage guidance
CPT 94761high
NONINVASIVE EAR OR PULSE OXIMETRY FOR OXYGEN SATURATION; MULTIPLE DETERMINATIONS (EG, DURING EXERCISE)
Source: CMS coverage guidance
Mapped diagnoses and classifications
Coding guidelines
Compatibility
Legacy and official ICD code match exactly.
Legacy codes
J67.3
Common synonyms
Suberosis
Frequently asked questions
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