Unsp retained (old) intraocular fb, nonmagnetic, unsp eye

This code signifies the presence of an old, nonmagnetic foreign object within the globe of the eye, where the specific location within the eye and the affected eye are not documented. This foreign body is not recent trauma-related but rather a long-standing presence.

Use this code when documentation indicates a retained intraocular foreign body that is explicitly stated as "old" or "chronic," nonmagnetic, and the laterality (left, right, or bilateral) and specific intraocular location are not specified. This often occurs when a patient presents with chronic symptoms related to a previously undiagnosed or unaddressed foreign body.

• Avoid using this code if the foreign body is magnetic; instead, refer to the H44.6 series.
• Do not use for acute or recent foreign bodies; these are typically coded from the T15 series.
• Query the provider for laterality and specific intraocular location if possible to allow for more specific coding (e.g., H44.71, H44.72, H44.73).