ICD-10 Code H44.753 – Retained (nonmagnetic) (old) foreign body in vitreous body, bilateral (2026): Diagnosis, Symptoms & Billing Guide
2026 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code H44.753 – Retained (nonmagnetic) (old) foreign body in vitreous body, bilateral
What it is
This code identifies an old, retained nonmagnetic foreign body located in the vitreous body of both eyes. Use it when the object remains inside the vitreous cavity and is not a fresh injury.
Clinical signs
Clinical features vary; refer to documentation. Findings may include a documented vitreous foreign body on eye exam or imaging, with bilateral involvement and no indication that the object is magnetic or newly entered.
When to use this code
Use H44.753 when the provider documents a retained, nonmagnetic, old foreign body in the vitreous body of both eyes. This fits follow-up visits after the initial injury, when the retained object is still present and the record clearly states bilateral involvement.
If the note only says “foreign body in eye” or does not specify vitreous body, laterality, or retained status, check documentation before coding. The code is for the chronic retained finding, not the acute entry event.
Do not use for
Do not use this code for acute ocular foreign body injuries, corneal foreign bodies, or magnetic foreign bodies. If the documentation does not confirm bilateral vitreous retention, check documentation.
Coding tip
Verify three elements in the chart: retained, nonmagnetic, and bilateral vitreous involvement.