H44.719
✓ BillableRetained (nonmagnetic) (old) foreign body in anterior chamber, unspecified eye
Diseases of the eye and adnexa (H00-H59)
❌ Excludes1
inheritedRules inherited from parent codes in the hierarchy.
- • current intraocular foreign body (S05.-)
⚠️ Excludes2
inheritedRules inherited from parent codes.
- • retained foreign body in eyelid (H02.81-)
- • retained (old) foreign body following penetrating wound of orbit (H05.5-)
- • retained (old) intraocular foreign body, magnetic (H44.6-)
📋 Code Instructions
inherited- • code to identify nonmagnetic foreign body (Z18.01-Z18.10, Z18.12, Z18.2-Z18.9)
Clinical Description
ICD-10-CM code H44.719 represents retained (nonmagnetic) (old) foreign body in anterior chamber, unspecified eye. This code falls under the Diseases of the eye and adnexa (H00-H59) classification. It is a billable/specific code valid for HIPAA-covered transactions as of October 1, 2025 (FY2026). This code can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes on insurance claims.
This is a 7-character code at the 6th level of specificity. This is the most specific code available in this subcategory. Coders should note that H44.719 has 1 Excludes1 restriction(s) — codes that cannot be reported together on the same claim.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is ICD-10 code H44.719?
ICD-10-CM code H44.719 is "Retained (nonmagnetic) (old) foreign body in anterior chamber, unspecified eye". It belongs to the category: Diseases of the eye and adnexa (H00-H59).
Is H44.719 a billable ICD-10 code?
Yes, H44.719 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.
What codes are excluded with H44.719?
H44.719 has 1 Excludes1 rule(s). These codes are mutually exclusive and cannot be coded together on the same claim.
Can H44.719 be coded with other codes?
H44.719 has 3 Excludes2 note(s). These conditions can be coded together if both are documented in the patient record.
Related Codes in H44.71
Other codes in the same category that may be relevant for differential coding:
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Data Source
CMS ICD-10-CM 2026 Tabular List
Updated October 1, 2025 (FY2026)