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

The International Classification of Diseases, Tenth Revision, Procedure Coding System (ICD-10-PCS) code group 08JK includes procedures performed to inspect anatomical structures in the left lens. These ICD-10-PCS codes are used for inpatient documentation when a clinician performs a visual and/or manual exploration of the left lens to evaluate its condition. Accurate coding within the ICD-10-PCS 08JK group is essential for proper inpatient reimbursement, as it captures the procedure performed and determines appropriate case mix and payment.

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Left Lens Inspection Procedure Overview

Procedures in this group involve visually and/or manually exploring the left ocular lens to assess its condition without altering the lens. These procedures target the eye and specifically the left lens and are coded in the Medical and Surgical section. Accurate coding ensures the inpatient record reflects the diagnostic inspection performed and supports appropriate case mix assignment and reimbursement.

Code Attributes

Character	ICD-10-PCS Category	Code Group Details
0	Section	Medical and Surgical
8	Body System	Eye
J	Operation	Inspection
K	Body Part	Lens, Left

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Left Lens Inspection Procedure Overview

Code Attributes

Character	ICD-10-PCS Category	Code Group Details
0	Section	Medical and Surgical
8	Body System	Eye
J	Operation	Inspection
K	Body Part	Lens, Left

When to Use

Use a code from this group when documentation describes a clinician visually and/or manually examining the left lens without performing a therapeutic or diagnostic procedure that alters the lens. Do not use these codes if the procedure included repair, removal, or placement of a device associated with the lens.

ICD-10-PCS Codes

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ICD-10-PCS Code	Description
08JKXZZ	Inspection of Left Lens, External Approach

Typical Clinical Scenarios

An elderly patient is admitted after sudden onset of decreased vision and ocular discomfort in the left eye; bedside ophthalmology documents a cloudy appearance of the left lens and performs a focused external inspection to evaluate for acute lens opacity versus inflammatory deposits. The inspection is performed without placement of any device or alteration of the lens to determine need for further diagnostic imaging or urgent intervention. Findings are recorded in the inpatient record to guide subsequent management. Typical codes: 08JKXZZ
A patient scheduled for inpatient observation following ocular trauma undergoes a planned external inspection of the left lens to assess for subluxation or early cataract formation prior to deciding on surgical timing. The clinician visually and manually examines the left lens at the bedside, documenting lens position and clarity without performing any therapeutic procedure. The inspection informs whether immediate surgical intervention is required or if conservative management is appropriate. Typical codes: 08JKXZZ
A postoperative patient returning to the acute care unit after complicated anterior segment surgery has new left-eye visual complaints; ophthalmology performs an external inspection of the left lens to evaluate for postoperative lens changes, malposition, or retained material. The assessment is limited to visual and manual exploration only and does not involve repair, removal, or device placement, with documentation used to determine need for revision surgery or further imaging. Typical codes: 08JKXZZ

Related Codes

08J0-RIGHT-EYE-INSPECTION

ICD-10-PCS Code For Right Eye: Procedure Code Group Overview

08J1-LEFT-EYE-INSPECTION

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

08JJ-RIGHT-LENS-INSPECTION-RIGHT-LENS-INSPECTION

ICD-10-PCS Code For Right Lens: Procedure Code Group Overview

08JL-EXTRAOCULAR-MUSCLE-RIGHT-INSPECTION

ICD-10-PCS Code For Extraocular Muscle Right: Procedure Code Group Overview

08JM-LEFT-EXTRAOCULAR-MUSCLE-INSPECTION

ICD-10-PCS Code For Extraocular Muscle, 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

1 rows

ICD-10-PCS Code	Description
08JKXZZ	Inspection of Left Lens, External Approach

Typical Clinical Scenarios

An elderly patient is admitted after sudden onset of decreased vision and ocular discomfort in the left eye; bedside ophthalmology documents a cloudy appearance of the left lens and performs a focused external inspection to evaluate for acute lens opacity versus inflammatory deposits. The inspection is performed without placement of any device or alteration of the lens to determine need for further diagnostic imaging or urgent intervention. Findings are recorded in the inpatient record to guide subsequent management. Typical codes: 08JKXZZ
A patient scheduled for inpatient observation following ocular trauma undergoes a planned external inspection of the left lens to assess for subluxation or early cataract formation prior to deciding on surgical timing. The clinician visually and manually examines the left lens at the bedside, documenting lens position and clarity without performing any therapeutic procedure. The inspection informs whether immediate surgical intervention is required or if conservative management is appropriate. Typical codes: 08JKXZZ
A postoperative patient returning to the acute care unit after complicated anterior segment surgery has new left-eye visual complaints; ophthalmology performs an external inspection of the left lens to evaluate for postoperative lens changes, malposition, or retained material. The assessment is limited to visual and manual exploration only and does not involve repair, removal, or device placement, with documentation used to determine need for revision surgery or further imaging. Typical codes: 08JKXZZ

Related Codes

08J0-RIGHT-EYE-INSPECTION

ICD-10-PCS Code For Right Eye: Procedure Code Group Overview

08J1-LEFT-EYE-INSPECTION

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

08JJ-RIGHT-LENS-INSPECTION-RIGHT-LENS-INSPECTION

ICD-10-PCS Code For Right Lens: Procedure Code Group Overview

08JL-EXTRAOCULAR-MUSCLE-RIGHT-INSPECTION

ICD-10-PCS Code For Extraocular Muscle Right: Procedure Code Group Overview

08JM-LEFT-EXTRAOCULAR-MUSCLE-INSPECTION

ICD-10-PCS Code For Extraocular Muscle, 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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Left Lens Inspection Procedure Overview

Code Attributes

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

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Left Lens Inspection Procedure Overview

Code Attributes

When to Use

ICD-10-PCS Codes

Typical Clinical Scenarios

Related Codes

What does the ICD-10-PCS code group 08JK represent?

Which specific ICD-10-PCS code is listed for left lens inspection?

What are the key code attributes for procedures in this group?

How does accurate coding within 08JK affect inpatient records?

Are there any related DRGs listed for 08JK left lens inspection?

References

When to Use

ICD-10-PCS Codes

Typical Clinical Scenarios

Related Codes

What does the ICD-10-PCS code group 08JK represent?

Which specific ICD-10-PCS code is listed for left lens inspection?

What are the key code attributes for procedures in this group?

How does accurate coding within 08JK affect inpatient records?

Are there any related DRGs listed for 08JK left lens inspection?

References