08N Release - Eye ICD-10-PCS
The 08N code range contains 53 ICD-10-PCS codes for Release procedures on the eye. 52 of the codes are billable and valid for inpatient claim submission in fiscal year 2026.
Root Operation Definition
Release: Freeing a body part from an abnormal physical constraint by cutting or by use of force.
Codes in the 08N Range 53 codes · 52 billable
- 08N Eye, ReleaseNon-billable header
- 08N0XZZ Release Right Eye, External Approach
- 08N1XZZ Release Left Eye, External Approach
- 08N23ZZ Release Right Anterior Chamber, Percutaneous Approach
- 08N33ZZ Release Left Anterior Chamber, Percutaneous Approach
- 08N43ZZ Release Right Vitreous, Percutaneous Approach
- 08N53ZZ Release Left Vitreous, Percutaneous Approach
- 08N6XZZ Release Right Sclera, External Approach
- 08N7XZZ Release Left Sclera, External Approach
- 08N8XZZ Release Right Cornea, External Approach
- 08N9XZZ Release Left Cornea, External Approach
- 08NA0ZZ Release Right Choroid, Open Approach
- 08NA3ZZ Release Right Choroid, Percutaneous Approach
- 08NB0ZZ Release Left Choroid, Open Approach
- 08NB3ZZ Release Left Choroid, Percutaneous Approach
- 08NC3ZZ Release Right Iris, Percutaneous Approach
- 08ND3ZZ Release Left Iris, Percutaneous Approach
- 08NE3ZZ Release Right Retina, Percutaneous Approach
- 08NF3ZZ Release Left Retina, Percutaneous Approach
- 08NG3ZZ Release Right Retinal Vessel, Percutaneous Approach
- 08NH3ZZ Release Left Retinal Vessel, Percutaneous Approach
- 08NJ3ZZ Release Right Lens, Percutaneous Approach
- 08NK3ZZ Release Left Lens, Percutaneous Approach
- 08NL0ZZ Release Right Extraocular Muscle, Open Approach
- 08NL3ZZ Release Right Extraocular Muscle, Percutaneous Approach
- 08NM0ZZ Release Left Extraocular Muscle, Open Approach
- 08NM3ZZ Release Left Extraocular Muscle, Percutaneous Approach
- 08NN0ZZ Release Right Upper Eyelid, Open Approach
- 08NN3ZZ Release Right Upper Eyelid, Percutaneous Approach
- 08NNXZZ Release Right Upper Eyelid, External Approach
- 08NP0ZZ Release Left Upper Eyelid, Open Approach
- 08NP3ZZ Release Left Upper Eyelid, Percutaneous Approach
- 08NPXZZ Release Left Upper Eyelid, External Approach
- 08NQ0ZZ Release Right Lower Eyelid, Open Approach
- 08NQ3ZZ Release Right Lower Eyelid, Percutaneous Approach
- 08NQXZZ Release Right Lower Eyelid, External Approach
- 08NR0ZZ Release Left Lower Eyelid, Open Approach
- 08NR3ZZ Release Left Lower Eyelid, Percutaneous Approach
- 08NRXZZ Release Left Lower Eyelid, External Approach
- 08NSXZZ Release Right Conjunctiva, External Approach
- 08NTXZZ Release Left Conjunctiva, External Approach
- 08NV0ZZ Release Right Lacrimal Gland, Open Approach
- 08NV3ZZ Release Right Lacrimal Gland, Percutaneous Approach
- 08NW0ZZ Release Left Lacrimal Gland, Open Approach
- 08NW3ZZ Release Left Lacrimal Gland, Percutaneous Approach
- 08NX0ZZ Release Right Lacrimal Duct, Open Approach
- 08NX3ZZ Release Right Lacrimal Duct, Percutaneous Approach
- 08NX7ZZ Release Right Lacrimal Duct, Via Natural or Artificial Opening
- 08NX8ZZ Release Right Lacrimal Duct, Via Natural or Artificial Opening Endoscopic
- 08NY0ZZ Release Left Lacrimal Duct, Open Approach
- 08NY3ZZ Release Left Lacrimal Duct, Percutaneous Approach
- 08NY7ZZ Release Left Lacrimal Duct, Via Natural or Artificial Opening
- 08NY8ZZ Release Left Lacrimal Duct, Via Natural or Artificial Opening Endoscopic
About the 08N Code Range
The ICD-10-PCS root operation Release (code 08N) refers to freeing a body part from an abnormal physical constraint by cutting or otherwise eliminating the restricting tissue in the Medical and Surgical section for the Eye body system.
This Release operation is applied to the eye and its related structures to relieve restrictions that impair function or cause discomfort. Examples include releasing the Right or Left Eye using an External Approach (codes 08N0XZZ and 08N1XZZ), or employing a Percutaneous Approach to release delicate internal parts like the Anterior Chamber (codes 08N23ZZ and 08N33ZZ), Vitreous (codes 08N43ZZ and 08N53ZZ), or the Retina (08NE3ZZ, 08NF3ZZ). Other structures, such as the Extraocular Muscles, Eyelids, Conjunctiva, and Lacrimal Ducts, can be released through varied approaches, including open, percutaneous, or via natural or artificial openings. Accurate coding of these specific release procedures ensures precise procedural documentation and reflects the targeted anatomical site and approach used during eye surgeries.
Questions About This Page
How many billable codes are in the 08N range?
Of the 53 codes in this range, 52 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 08N range classify?
The range classifies Release procedures, freeing a body part from an abnormal physical constraint by cutting or by use of force, 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.
