ICD-10-CM H44.749: Retained (nonmagnetic) (old) foreign body in posterior wall of globe, unspecified eye

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About ICD-10-CM Code H44.749 (Retained)

ICD-10-CM code H44.749 is a billable or specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes. The 2025 edition of ICD-10-CM H44.749 became effective on October 1, 2024.

This page provides detailed information about H44.749 - Retained (nonmagnetic) (old) foreign body in posterior wall of globe, unspecified eye. It includes common terminology, coding guidelines such as "Includes," "Excludes1," and "Excludes2" notes, and information on required 7th characters. Utilizing this information correctly is essential for accurate medical coding and claims submission for conditions like Retained related to unspecified eye.