08J Inspection - Eye ICD-10-PCS
The 08J code range contains 9 ICD-10-PCS codes for Inspection procedures on the eye. 8 of the codes are billable and valid for inpatient claim submission in fiscal year 2027.
Root Operation Definition
Inspection: Visually and/or manually exploring a body part.
Codes in the 08J Range 9 codes · 8 billable
- 08J Eye, InspectionNon-billable header
- 08J0XZZ Inspection of Right Eye, External Approach
- 08J1XZZ Inspection of Left Eye, External Approach
- 08JJXZZ Inspection of Right Lens, External Approach
- 08JKXZZ Inspection of Left Lens, External Approach
- 08JL0ZZ Inspection of Right Extraocular Muscle, Open Approach
- 08JLXZZ Inspection of Right Extraocular Muscle, External Approach
- 08JM0ZZ Inspection of Left Extraocular Muscle, Open Approach
- 08JMXZZ Inspection of Left Extraocular Muscle, External Approach
About the 08J Code Range
These procedures explore the eye, lens, or muscles outside the eye by sight, touch, or both. Visual exploration may use optical instruments or none.
The fourth character identifies the right or left eye, lens, or muscle outside the eye. The fifth distinguishes Open, which exposes the site through cut body layers, from External, performed directly on or through skin or mucous membrane. The sixth character is No Device, and the seventh is No Qualifier.
Questions About This Page
How many billable codes are in the 08J range?
Of the 9 codes in this range, 8 are billable and valid for inpatient claim submission from October 1, 2026 through September 30, 2027. Table header codes group them but cannot be reported on claims.
What does the 08J range classify?
The range classifies Inspection procedures, visually and/or manually exploring a body part, performed on the eye. Each code adds the body part, approach, device, and qualifier in characters four through seven, and links to its own reference page.
Related References
Source: CMS FY 2027 ICD-10-PCS order file and code tables, effective October 1, 2026 through September 30, 2027.
