ICD-10 Code H44.721 – Retained (nonmagnetic) (old) foreign body in iris or ciliary body, right eye (2026): Diagnosis, Symptoms & Billing Guide
2026 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code H44.721 – Retained (nonmagnetic) (old) foreign body in iris or ciliary body, right eye
What it is
This code identifies an old, retained nonmagnetic foreign body located in the iris or ciliary body of the right eye. It is used when the object remains inside the eye and is not actively being removed.
Clinical signs
Findings may include a visible intraocular foreign body, ocular irritation, or inflammation. Clinical features vary; refer to documentation and eye examination findings.
When to use this code
Use H44.721 when the record clearly states a retained, nonmagnetic, old foreign body in the iris or ciliary body of the right eye. Code it when the provider documents the location and laterality, even if the injury is not acute. Check documentation if the note only mentions a foreign body without these details.
Do not use for
Do not use this code for a foreign body in another part of the eye, for a magnetic foreign body, or for an acute injury without documentation of retention. Do not guess laterality.
Coding tip
Verify that the note states both “retained” and “right eye” before assigning H44.721.