Z44.2
Non-billableEncounter for fitting and adjustment of artificial eye
Z44.2 is the ICD-10-CM code for Encounter for fitting and adjustment of artificial eye. It is a non-billable category code — use a more specific child code such as Z44.20 for billing.
Z00-Z99 Factors influencing health status and contact with health services
What this means — in plain language
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Excludes1 — not coded here
- •mechanical complication of ocular prosthesis (T85.3)
Frequently asked questions
- What is ICD-10 code Z44.2?
- Z44.2 is the ICD-10-CM code for "Encounter for fitting and adjustment of artificial eye". It falls under Z00-Z99 Factors influencing health status and contact with health services.
- Is Z44.2 a billable code?
- No — Z44.2 is a non-billable header code. Use a more specific child code (such as Z44.20) for billing.
- What are the subcodes of Z44.2?
- Z44.2 has 3 more specific child codes, including Z44.20, Z44.21, Z44.22.
- What is excluded from Z44.2?
- Excludes1 (not coded here): mechanical complication of ocular prosthesis (T85.3).
Source: CMS ICD-10-CM FY2026. For informational purposes only — not medical advice. See our medical disclaimer.
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