ICD-10 Code H44.63 – Retained (old) magnetic foreign body in lens (2026): Diagnosis, Symptoms & Billing Guide
2026 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code H44.63 – Retained (old) magnetic foreign body in lens
What it is
This code identifies an old, retained magnetic foreign body located in the crystalline lens of the eye. Use it when the object remains in the lens and is not an acute new injury.
Clinical signs
Clinical features vary; refer to documentation. Findings may include a documented lens foreign body, history of prior ocular trauma, and ophthalmology confirmation by exam or imaging.
When to use this code
Use H44.63 when the provider documents a retained, old magnetic foreign body specifically in the lens. It fits cases where the injury is not current and the lens location is clearly stated. If laterality or acuity is unclear, check documentation before assigning the code.
Do not use for
Do not use this code for foreign bodies in the cornea, vitreous, or other eye structures. Do not use it for a recent penetrating eye injury unless the record shows an old retained lens foreign body.
Coding tip
Confirm the word “retained” or “old” and the exact lens location in the note before coding.