ICD-10-PCS Code For Left Upper Eyelid: Procedure Code Group Overview

The International Classification of Diseases, Tenth Revision, Procedure Coding System (ICD-10-PCS) code group 08MP includes procedures performed to reattach tissues in the left upper eyelid. These ICD-10-PCS codes are used for inpatient documentation when a separated or detached left upper eyelid is reattached by an external approach to restore normal position and function. Accurate coding within the ICD-10-PCS 08MP group is essential for proper inpatient reimbursement, as it captures the procedure performed and supports clinical documentation accuracy.

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Left Upper Eyelid Reattachment Procedure Overview

Procedures in this group involve reattachment of the left upper eyelid through external approaches, targeting the eye body system to restore normal anatomic position and function. These reattachment procedures typically address separated or avulsed eyelid tissue and may involve suturing or other fixation techniques. Accurate International Classification of Diseases, 10th Revision, Procedure Coding System coding ensures inpatient records reflect the procedure performed and supports appropriate case mix assignment and payment.

Code Attributes

Character	ICD-10-PCS Category	Code Group Details
0	Section	Medical and Surgical
8	Body System	Eye
M	Operation	Reattachment
P	Body Part	Upper Eyelid, Left

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Left Upper Eyelid Reattachment Procedure Overview

Code Attributes

Character	ICD-10-PCS Category	Code Group Details
0	Section	Medical and Surgical
8	Body System	Eye
M	Operation	Reattachment
P	Body Part	Upper Eyelid, Left

When to Use

Use a code from this group when the left upper eyelid has been separated and surgically reattached via an external approach during an inpatient encounter. These codes apply when the primary operative intent is reattachment of eyelid tissues rather than repair for other concurrent ocular procedures.

ICD-10-PCS Codes

1 rows

ICD-10-PCS Code	Description
08MPXZZ	Reattachment of Left Upper Eyelid, External Approach

DRG Codes

13 rows

DRG Code	Description
115	Extraocular Procedures Except Orbit
579	Other Skin, Subcutaneous Tissue and Breast Procedures with MCC
580	Other Skin, Subcutaneous Tissue and Breast Procedures with CC
581	Other Skin, Subcutaneous Tissue and Breast 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

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Typical Clinical Scenarios

An adult presents to the emergency department after a motor vehicle collision with an avulsed left upper eyelid that is partially detached from its normal anatomic position, causing exposure of the ocular surface and bleeding; because of the severity and need for immediate restoration of eyelid function and protection of the globe, the patient is taken to the operating room for external reattachment of the left upper eyelid. Typical codes: 08MPXZZ
An elderly patient with a chronic traumatic dehiscence of the left upper eyelid following prior facial trauma is admitted for a planned inpatient repair when outpatient attempts have failed to restore eyelid apposition and corneal protection; the surgical team performs external reattachment of the left upper eyelid to reestablish normal lid anatomy and improve ocular surface health. Typical codes: 08MPXZZ
A patient develops ischemic necrosis and partial separation of the left upper eyelid after extensive periorbital skin grafting, requiring inpatient revision surgery to resecure remaining eyelid tissue and restore lid position to protect the eye; the operation involves external reattachment techniques to put the separated eyelid portion back in place. Typical codes: 08MPXZZ

Related Codes

08MN-RIGHT-UPPER-EYELID-REATTACHMENT

ICD-10-PCS Code For Right Upper Eyelid: Procedure Code Group Overview

08MQ-RIGHT-LOWER-EYELID-REATTACHMENT

ICD-10-PCS Code For Right Lower Eyelid: Procedure Code Group Overview

08MR-LEFT-LOWER-EYELID-REATTACHMENT

ICD-10-PCS Code For Left Lower Eyelid: 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
08MPXZZ	Reattachment of Left Upper Eyelid, External Approach

DRG Codes

13 rows

DRG Code	Description
115	Extraocular Procedures Except Orbit
579	Other Skin, Subcutaneous Tissue and Breast Procedures with MCC
580	Other Skin, Subcutaneous Tissue and Breast Procedures with CC
581	Other Skin, Subcutaneous Tissue and Breast 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

Showing 1–10 of 13

Typical Clinical Scenarios

An adult presents to the emergency department after a motor vehicle collision with an avulsed left upper eyelid that is partially detached from its normal anatomic position, causing exposure of the ocular surface and bleeding; because of the severity and need for immediate restoration of eyelid function and protection of the globe, the patient is taken to the operating room for external reattachment of the left upper eyelid. Typical codes: 08MPXZZ
An elderly patient with a chronic traumatic dehiscence of the left upper eyelid following prior facial trauma is admitted for a planned inpatient repair when outpatient attempts have failed to restore eyelid apposition and corneal protection; the surgical team performs external reattachment of the left upper eyelid to reestablish normal lid anatomy and improve ocular surface health. Typical codes: 08MPXZZ
A patient develops ischemic necrosis and partial separation of the left upper eyelid after extensive periorbital skin grafting, requiring inpatient revision surgery to resecure remaining eyelid tissue and restore lid position to protect the eye; the operation involves external reattachment techniques to put the separated eyelid portion back in place. Typical codes: 08MPXZZ

Related Codes

08MN-RIGHT-UPPER-EYELID-REATTACHMENT

ICD-10-PCS Code For Right Upper Eyelid: Procedure Code Group Overview

08MQ-RIGHT-LOWER-EYELID-REATTACHMENT

ICD-10-PCS Code For Right Lower Eyelid: Procedure Code Group Overview

08MR-LEFT-LOWER-EYELID-REATTACHMENT

ICD-10-PCS Code For Left Lower Eyelid: 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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ICD-10-PCS Code For Left Upper Eyelid: Procedure Code Group Overview

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Left Upper Eyelid Reattachment Procedure Overview

Code Attributes

ICD-10-PCS Code For Left Upper Eyelid: Procedure Code Group Overview

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Left Upper Eyelid Reattachment Procedure Overview

Code Attributes

When to Use

ICD-10-PCS Codes

DRG Codes

Typical Clinical Scenarios

Related Codes

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

Which specific ICD-10-PCS code is used for reattachment of the left upper eyelid by an external approach?

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

How does accurate coding within 08MP affect reimbursement and documentation?

Which DRG categories may relate to procedures coded in this group?

References

When to Use

ICD-10-PCS Codes

DRG Codes

Typical Clinical Scenarios

Related Codes

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

Which specific ICD-10-PCS code is used for reattachment of the left upper eyelid by an external approach?

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

How does accurate coding within 08MP affect reimbursement and documentation?

Which DRG categories may relate to procedures coded in this group?

References