H44.70
⚠ Non-billable
Unspecified retained (old) intraocular foreign body, nonmagnetic
ICD-10-CM · FY2026 · Diseases of the Eye and Adnexa
Code
H44.70
System
ICD-10-CM
Billable
No — use specific code
Effective
FY2026
Chapter
Diseases of the Eye and Adnexa
Source
CMS / CDC NCHS
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Frequently asked questions
What is ICD-10 code H44.70?
ICD-10-CM code H44.70 represents Unspecified retained (old) intraocular foreign body, nonmagnetic. It is a non-billable header code requiring a more specific subcategory in the Diseases of the Eye and Adnexa chapter, effective October 1, 2025 – September 30, 2026.
Is H44.70 billable?
No. H44.70 is a non-billable header. Select a more specific subcategory for claims submission.
What chapter is H44.70 in?
H44.70 belongs to the Diseases of the Eye and Adnexa chapter (H00–H59) of ICD-10-CM.
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