B80 Plain Radiography - Eye ICD-10-PCS
The B80 code range contains 15 ICD-10-PCS codes for Plain Radiography procedures on the eye. 14 of the codes are billable and valid for inpatient claim submission in fiscal year 2026.
Root Operation Definition
Plain Radiography: Planar display of an image developed from the capture of external ionizing radiation on photographic or photoconductive plate.
Codes in the B80 Range 15 codes · 14 billable
- B80 Imaging, Eye, Plain RadiographyNon-billable header
- B8000ZZ Plain Radiography of Right Lacrimal Duct using High Osmolar Contrast
- B8001ZZ Plain Radiography of Right Lacrimal Duct using Low Osmolar Contrast
- B800YZZ Plain Radiography of Right Lacrimal Duct using Other Contrast
- B8010ZZ Plain Radiography of Left Lacrimal Duct using High Osmolar Contrast
- B8011ZZ Plain Radiography of Left Lacrimal Duct using Low Osmolar Contrast
- B801YZZ Plain Radiography of Left Lacrimal Duct using Other Contrast
- B8020ZZ Plain Radiography of Bilateral Lacrimal Ducts using High Osmolar Contrast
- B8021ZZ Plain Radiography of Bilateral Lacrimal Ducts using Low Osmolar Contrast
- B802YZZ Plain Radiography of Bilateral Lacrimal Ducts using Other Contrast
- B803ZZZ Plain Radiography of Right Optic Foramina
- B804ZZZ Plain Radiography of Left Optic Foramina
- B805ZZZ Plain Radiography of Right Eye
- B806ZZZ Plain Radiography of Left Eye
- B807ZZZ Plain Radiography of Bilateral Eyes
About the B80 Code Range
The ICD-10-PCS root operation Plain Radiography (code B80) involves capturing standard X-ray images of a body part without advanced imaging techniques. This operation is classified under the Imaging section and is used to create visual records of anatomical structures, particularly in the eye and surrounding areas.
The examples provided illustrate the application of plain radiography to various eye-related body parts, such as the Right, Left, or Bilateral Lacrimal Ducts using different types of contrast agents including High Osmolar, Low Osmolar, and Other Contrast. Additionally, plain radiography of the Right and Left Optic Foramina and the Eyes themselves can be coded. These specific codes (e.g., B8000ZZ for right lacrimal duct with high osmolar contrast, B805ZZZ for right eye) facilitate detailed documentation of radiographic imaging within the eye system, helping clinicians specify the location and contrast use during the procedure.
Questions About This Page
How many billable codes are in the B80 range?
Of the 15 codes in this range, 14 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 B80 range classify?
The range classifies Plain Radiography procedures, planar display of an image developed from the capture of external ionizing radiation on photographic or photoconductive plate, 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.
