ICD-10 Code H44.799 – Retained (old) intraocular foreign body, nonmagnetic, in other or multiple sites, unspecified eye (2026): Diagnosis, Symptoms & Billing Guide
2026 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code H44.799 – Retained (old) intraocular foreign body, nonmagnetic, in other or multiple sites, unspecified eye
What it is
This code identifies an old, retained nonmagnetic foreign body inside the eye when the exact site is other, multiple, or not specified. It indicates a chronic finding rather than an acute injury.
Clinical signs
Findings may include a documented history of ocular foreign body, persistent irritation, visual change, or incidental imaging evidence. Clinical features vary; refer to documentation.
When to use this code
Use H44.799 when the record states a retained intraocular foreign body that is nonmagnetic and old, but the eye site is not clearly specified or involves other/multiple sites. Code it when the provider documents the condition as current and not removed.
Do not use for
Do not use this code for an acute penetrating eye injury or for a magnetic foreign body. If the documentation identifies a specific eye site, check whether a more precise code applies.
Coding tip
Verify that the note supports both “retained/old” and “nonmagnetic” before assigning H44.799.