ICD-10 Code H02.811 – Retained foreign body in right upper eyelid (2026): Diagnosis, Symptoms & Billing Guide
2026 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code H02.811 – Retained foreign body in right upper eyelid
What it is
This code identifies a foreign object that remains embedded or lodged in the right upper eyelid. Use it when the documentation clearly specifies the right upper eyelid location.
Clinical signs
Common findings include localized eyelid pain, redness, swelling, tearing, or a visible foreign body. Clinical features vary; refer to documentation for confirmation of the retained object and exact eyelid site.
When to use this code
Use H02.811 when the provider documents a retained foreign body in the right upper eyelid, even if the object is small or only partially visible. It fits cases recorded on exam, procedure note, or ophthalmology assessment. Check documentation if the laterality or eyelid location is unclear.
Do not use for
Do not use this code for foreign bodies in the eye itself, cornea, or other eyelid locations. If the record does not confirm retention in the right upper eyelid, check documentation.
Coding tip
Capture laterality and eyelid location exactly as documented before assigning H02.811.