ICD-10 Code H44.75 – Retained (nonmagnetic) (old) foreign body in vitreous body (2026): Diagnosis, Symptoms & Billing Guide
2026 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code H44.75 – Retained (nonmagnetic) (old) foreign body in vitreous body
What it is
This code identifies an old or retained nonmagnetic foreign body located in the vitreous body of the eye. Use it when documentation confirms the object remains in the vitreous cavity and is not a recent injury.
Clinical signs
Patients may have decreased vision, floaters, eye pain, or inflammation, but clinical features vary; refer to documentation. Diagnosis is usually supported by ophthalmic examination and imaging when needed.
When to use this code
Use H44.75 when the record states a retained, nonmagnetic foreign body in the vitreous body, including an old foreign body that was not removed. Apply it when the provider documents the location and retained status clearly. If the note only says “foreign body in eye,” check documentation for exact site and chronicity.
Do not use for
Do not use this code for magnetic foreign bodies, foreign bodies in other eye structures, or superficial ocular foreign bodies. Check documentation if the record does not specify vitreous body involvement.
Coding tip
Confirm both the foreign body type and the anatomic site; H44.75 is specific to nonmagnetic material retained in the vitreous body.