ICD-10-PCS Code For Vitreous: Procedure Code Group Overview

The International Classification of Diseases, Tenth Revision, Procedure Coding System (ICD-10-PCS) code group 08F4 includes procedures performed to fragment solid material in the vitreous body of the eye. These ICD-10-PCS codes are used for inpatient documentation when a clinician breaks vitreous opacities, hemorrhage, or other solid debris to facilitate removal or improve visualization. Accurate coding within the ICD-10-PCS 08F4 group is essential for proper inpatient reimbursement, as it captures the specific procedure performed and supports clinical documentation accuracy.

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Vitreous, Fragmentation Procedure Overview

Procedures in this group involve breaking solid material within the vitreous body of the eye into smaller pieces for removal or dispersion. These operations target the eye body system and are performed to treat intraocular opacities, hemorrhage, or other vitreous debris that impair vision or complicate intraocular procedures. Accurate ICD-10-PCS coding of these fragmentation procedures supports correct inpatient reimbursement and reflects the clinical intensity of care.

Code Attributes

Character	ICD-10-PCS Category	Code Group Details
0	Section	Medical and Surgical
8	Body System	Eye
F	Operation	Fragmentation
4	Body Part	Vitreous, Right

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Vitreous, Fragmentation Procedure Overview

Code Attributes

Character	ICD-10-PCS Category	Code Group Details
0	Section	Medical and Surgical
8	Body System	Eye
F	Operation	Fragmentation
4	Body Part	Vitreous, Right

When to Use

Use a code from this group when a clinician intentionally fragments intraocular solid material in the vitreous to facilitate removal or restore visualization. These codes apply to inpatient encounters where fragmentation of vitreous opacities or hemorrhage is performed on the right eye.

ICD-10-PCS Codes

2 rows

ICD-10-PCS Code	Description
08F43ZZ	Fragmentation in Right Vitreous, Percutaneous Approach
08F4XZZ	Fragmentation in Right Vitreous, External Approach

DRG Codes

11 rows

DRG Code	Description
116	Intraocular Procedures with CC/MCC
117	Intraocular Procedures without CC/MCC
907	Other O.R. Procedures for Injuries with MCC
908	Other O.R. Procedures for Injuries with CC
909	Other O.R. Procedures for Injuries without CC/MCC
957	Other O.R. Procedures for Multiple Significant Trauma with MCC
958	Other O.R. Procedures for Multiple Significant Trauma with CC
959	Other O.R. Procedures for Multiple Significant Trauma without CC/MCC
987	Non-Extensive O.R. Procedures Unrelated to Principal Diagnosis with MCC
988	Non-Extensive O.R. Procedures Unrelated to Principal Diagnosis with CC

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Typical Clinical Scenarios

An elderly patient presents acutely after blunt head trauma with sudden decreased vision in the right eye and view-limiting vitreous hemorrhage. Inpatient care is required for surgical management to fragment dense intraocular blood clot within the right vitreous to facilitate evacuation and improve visualization for further vitrectomy. The fragmentation is performed via a small transconjunctival probe introduced through the sclera. Typical codes: 08F43ZZ
A middle-aged patient with progressive vision loss from persistent vitreous opacities and symptomatic floaters elects to undergo planned intraocular surgery. During the scheduled inpatient procedure the surgeon fragments dense organized vitreous debris in the right eye to allow safer removal and restore visual axis clarity. The fragmentation is intentionally performed using an intraocular instrument inserted through a percutaneous entry. Typical codes: 08F43ZZ
A patient returns after prior external retinal surgery with recurrent tractional membranes and clumped vitreous debris causing impaired visualization and recurrent inflammation in the right eye. Inpatient intervention is undertaken to fragment residual vitreous bands and solid debris via an external approach to reduce traction and enable subsequent definitive repair. The procedure targets fragmentation of the vitreous from outside the globe to disperse or break up the offending material. Typical codes: 08F4XZZ

Related Codes

08F5-VITREOUS-LEFT-FRAGMENTATION

ICD-10-PCS Code For Vitreous Left: Procedure Code Group Overview

Frequently Asked Questions

References

1.CPT® Codes and Descriptions. AAPC. Retrieved Aug 11, 2026.Maintains the CPT code set's official descriptions and guidelines, licensed from the American Medical Association, used as the definitional source for CPT codes on this page.
2.HCPCS Quarterly Update. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS). Retrieved Aug 11, 2026.CMS's quarterly release of HCPCS Level II codes and short/long descriptors, the source for HCPCS code definitions and update history.
3.ICD-10-CM Full Code List. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS). Retrieved Aug 11, 2026.CMS's complete ICD-10-CM diagnosis code list, used to cross-reference diagnosis codes associated with this procedure or service.

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When to Use

ICD-10-PCS Codes

2 rows

ICD-10-PCS Code	Description
08F43ZZ	Fragmentation in Right Vitreous, Percutaneous Approach
08F4XZZ	Fragmentation in Right Vitreous, External Approach

DRG Codes

11 rows

DRG Code	Description
116	Intraocular Procedures with CC/MCC
117	Intraocular Procedures without CC/MCC
907	Other O.R. Procedures for Injuries with MCC
908	Other O.R. Procedures for Injuries with CC
909	Other O.R. Procedures for Injuries without CC/MCC
957	Other O.R. Procedures for Multiple Significant Trauma with MCC
958	Other O.R. Procedures for Multiple Significant Trauma with CC
959	Other O.R. Procedures for Multiple Significant Trauma without CC/MCC
987	Non-Extensive O.R. Procedures Unrelated to Principal Diagnosis with MCC
988	Non-Extensive O.R. Procedures Unrelated to Principal Diagnosis with CC

Showing 1–10 of 11

Typical Clinical Scenarios

An elderly patient presents acutely after blunt head trauma with sudden decreased vision in the right eye and view-limiting vitreous hemorrhage. Inpatient care is required for surgical management to fragment dense intraocular blood clot within the right vitreous to facilitate evacuation and improve visualization for further vitrectomy. The fragmentation is performed via a small transconjunctival probe introduced through the sclera. Typical codes: 08F43ZZ
A middle-aged patient with progressive vision loss from persistent vitreous opacities and symptomatic floaters elects to undergo planned intraocular surgery. During the scheduled inpatient procedure the surgeon fragments dense organized vitreous debris in the right eye to allow safer removal and restore visual axis clarity. The fragmentation is intentionally performed using an intraocular instrument inserted through a percutaneous entry. Typical codes: 08F43ZZ
A patient returns after prior external retinal surgery with recurrent tractional membranes and clumped vitreous debris causing impaired visualization and recurrent inflammation in the right eye. Inpatient intervention is undertaken to fragment residual vitreous bands and solid debris via an external approach to reduce traction and enable subsequent definitive repair. The procedure targets fragmentation of the vitreous from outside the globe to disperse or break up the offending material. Typical codes: 08F4XZZ

Related Codes

08F5-VITREOUS-LEFT-FRAGMENTATION

ICD-10-PCS Code For Vitreous Left: Procedure Code Group Overview

Frequently Asked Questions

References

1.CPT® Codes and Descriptions. AAPC. Retrieved Aug 11, 2026.Maintains the CPT code set's official descriptions and guidelines, licensed from the American Medical Association, used as the definitional source for CPT codes on this page.
2.HCPCS Quarterly Update. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS). Retrieved Aug 11, 2026.CMS's quarterly release of HCPCS Level II codes and short/long descriptors, the source for HCPCS code definitions and update history.
3.ICD-10-CM Full Code List. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS). Retrieved Aug 11, 2026.CMS's complete ICD-10-CM diagnosis code list, used to cross-reference diagnosis codes associated with this procedure or service.

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Code Attributes

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Vitreous, Fragmentation Procedure Overview

Code Attributes

When to Use

ICD-10-PCS Codes

DRG Codes

Typical Clinical Scenarios

Related Codes

Which ICD-10-PCS codes are included in the Vitreous, Right fragmentation group?

What is the clinical intent of procedures in ICD-10-PCS group 08F4?

Which ICD-10-PCS section, body system, and operation apply to these codes?

How does accurate coding in 08F4 affect inpatient reimbursement?

Which DRGs may be related to procedures coded in this group?

References

When to Use

ICD-10-PCS Codes

DRG Codes

Typical Clinical Scenarios

Related Codes

Which ICD-10-PCS codes are included in the Vitreous, Right fragmentation group?

What is the clinical intent of procedures in ICD-10-PCS group 08F4?

Which ICD-10-PCS section, body system, and operation apply to these codes?

How does accurate coding in 08F4 affect inpatient reimbursement?

Which DRGs may be related to procedures coded in this group?

References