ICD-10 Code H44.722 – Retained (nonmagnetic) (old) foreign body in iris or ciliary body, left eye (2026): Diagnosis, Symptoms & Billing Guide
2026 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code H44.722 – Retained (nonmagnetic) (old) foreign body in iris or ciliary body, left eye
What it is
This code identifies an old, retained nonmagnetic foreign body lodged in the iris or ciliary body of the left eye. Use it when the object remains present and is documented as affecting these anterior uveal structures.
Clinical signs
Clinical features vary; refer to documentation. Findings may include a visible intraocular foreign body, ocular irritation, inflammation, pain, photophobia, or decreased vision, depending on the object’s location and duration.
When to use this code
Use H44.722 when the record specifically states a retained, old, nonmagnetic foreign body in the iris or ciliary body of the left eye. It is appropriate for follow-up care when the foreign body is still present and not described as acute or removed. Check documentation if the laterality or exact anatomic site is unclear.
Do not use for
Do not use this code for a fresh penetrating eye injury or for a foreign body in another eye structure. It is also incorrect if the object was removed or if the chart does not confirm the left eye.
Coding tip
Confirm three elements in the note: retained/old, nonmagnetic, and left eye iris or ciliary body.