Bauxite fibrosis (of lung)

This code represents a specific type of pneumoconiosis resulting from the inhalation of bauxite dust, primarily aluminum oxide. It leads to chronic inflammation and progressive fibrosis within the lung tissue, impairing respiratory function. This condition is an occupational lung disease.

Use this code for patients diagnosed with lung fibrosis directly attributed to occupational exposure to bauxite dust. Documentation should clearly state a history of bauxite exposure and a diagnosis of bauxite-induced lung fibrosis, often confirmed by imaging and pulmonary function tests.

• Ensure documentation explicitly links the fibrosis to bauxite exposure; otherwise, a more general fibrosis code may be appropriate.
• Consider co-reporting with codes for associated respiratory symptoms (e.g., dyspnea, cough) if present and documented.
• Review the patient's occupational history to confirm exposure to bauxite, as this is a key diagnostic criterion.