Retained (old) fb in iris or ciliary body, bilateral

This code signifies the presence of a non-magnetic, non-recent foreign object embedded within the iris or ciliary body of both eyes. This foreign body is typically a remnant from a past ocular injury or surgical procedure, not an acute or recently introduced object. It may or may not be causing current symptoms.

Use this code when documentation clearly indicates a retained foreign body in the iris or ciliary body of both eyes, and specifies that it is non-magnetic and not acute (i.e., "old" or "long-standing"). This code is appropriate for follow-up visits or when the retained foreign body is an incidental finding.

• Ensure the documentation explicitly states "bilateral" and clarifies the foreign body is "retained," "old," or "non-magnetic."
• Do not use this code for acute foreign bodies; refer to codes in the T15 category for initial encounters of foreign body in external eye.
• If the foreign body is magnetic, a different code (H44.62-) would be appropriate.