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 2026.
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
The ICD-10-PCS root operation Inspection (code 08J) refers to the visual and/or manual examination of the Eye and its associated structures, without making any changes to the tissues. This procedure is primarily diagnostic and captures the detailed assessment of ocular components.
The classification within the Medical and Surgical section includes specific codes for inspecting various parts of the eye through different approaches. For example, the code 08J0XZZ denotes the Inspection of the Right Eye via an External Approach, while 08J1XZZ applies to the Left Eye externally. Other codes specify inspection of the Lens (codes 08JJXZZ and 08JKXZZ) and the Extraocular Muscles using either an Open or External Approach (08JL0ZZ, 08JLXZZ, 08JM0ZZ, and 08JMXZZ). Using these precise eye inspection codes helps document the diagnostic evaluation of ocular anatomy during clinical encounters.
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, 2025 through September 30, 2026. 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 2026 ICD-10-PCS order file and code tables, effective October 1, 2025 through September 30, 2026.
