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

The International Classification of Diseases, Tenth Revision, Procedure Coding System (ICD-10-PCS) code group B826 includes procedures performed to capture computerized tomography images of the eye in the left anatomical location. These ICD-10-PCS codes are used for inpatient documentation when a reformatted digital display of multiplanar images from multiple external ionizing radiation exposures is required to evaluate the left eye. Accurate coding within the ICD-10-PCS B826 group is essential for proper inpatient reimbursement, as it captures the procedure performed and supports clinical documentation accuracy.

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Eye Left Computerized Tomography Procedure Overview

This procedure group includes computerized tomography imaging of the left eye using reformatted multiplanar digital displays derived from multiple exposures of external ionizing radiation. These procedures target the eye as part of the visual system and create detailed cross-sectional images to evaluate anatomy and pathology. Accurate ICD-10-PCS coding matters because it ensures inpatient records reflect the specific imaging performed and supports correct case mix and payment.

Code Attributes

Character	ICD-10-PCS Category	Code Group Details
B	Section	Imaging
8	Body System	Eye
2	Operation	Computerized Tomography (CT Scan)
6	Body Part	Eye, Left

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Eye Left Computerized Tomography Procedure Overview

Code Attributes

Character	ICD-10-PCS Category	Code Group Details
B	Section	Imaging
8	Body System	Eye
2	Operation	Computerized Tomography (CT Scan)
6	Body Part	Eye, Left

When to Use

Use a code from this group when inpatient imaging requires a CT scan of the left eye with computer reformatted multiplanar images derived from multiple external ionizing radiation exposures. These codes apply when detailed cross-sectional visualization of left eye anatomy or pathology is needed for diagnosis or treatment planning.

ICD-10-PCS Codes

7 rows

ICD-10-PCS Code	Description
B82600Z	Computerized Tomography (CT Scan) of Left Eye using High Osmolar Contrast, Unenhanced and Enhanced
B8260ZZ	Computerized Tomography (CT Scan) of Left Eye using High Osmolar Contrast
B82610Z	Computerized Tomography (CT Scan) of Left Eye using Low Osmolar Contrast, Unenhanced and Enhanced
B8261ZZ	Computerized Tomography (CT Scan) of Left Eye using Low Osmolar Contrast
B826Y0Z	Computerized Tomography (CT Scan) of Left Eye using Other Contrast, Unenhanced and Enhanced
B826YZZ	Computerized Tomography (CT Scan) of Left Eye using Other Contrast
B826ZZZ	Computerized Tomography (CT Scan) of Left Eye

Typical Clinical Scenarios

An adult presents after blunt orbital trauma with periorbital swelling, decreased visual acuity in the left eye, and concern for intraorbital hemorrhage and orbital wall fracture. The inpatient team orders a CT scan of the left eye with intravenous iodinated contrast to better delineate soft-tissue injury and active bleeding, acquiring multiplanar reformatted images for surgical planning. A contrast-enhanced study with a single-phase injection is performed to evaluate vascular injury and orbital contents. Typical codes: B826ZZZ
A patient with a known left orbital tumor is admitted for planned preoperative staging and surgical mapping. The surgical team requests high-resolution CT of the left eye with both unenhanced and contrast-enhanced phases using low osmolar iodinated contrast to define tumor extent, bone involvement, and relations to the optic nerve, generating reformatted multiplanar images for operative guidance. Typical codes: B82610Z
A hospitalized patient with progressive left-sided proptosis after prior orbital surgery develops suspected postoperative infection versus abscess. To distinguish residual postoperative changes from an enhancing fluid collection requiring drainage, clinicians obtain a CT of the left eye with contrast using other contrast agents and both unenhanced and enhanced acquisitions, producing multiplanar reformatted images to guide potential image-directed intervention. Typical codes: B826Y0Z

Related Codes

B825-EYE-RIGHT-COMPUTERIZED-TOMOGRAPHY

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

B827-EYES-COMPUTERIZED-TOMOGRAPHY

ICD-10-PCS Code For Eyes: 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

7 rows

ICD-10-PCS Code	Description
B82600Z	Computerized Tomography (CT Scan) of Left Eye using High Osmolar Contrast, Unenhanced and Enhanced
B8260ZZ	Computerized Tomography (CT Scan) of Left Eye using High Osmolar Contrast
B82610Z	Computerized Tomography (CT Scan) of Left Eye using Low Osmolar Contrast, Unenhanced and Enhanced
B8261ZZ	Computerized Tomography (CT Scan) of Left Eye using Low Osmolar Contrast
B826Y0Z	Computerized Tomography (CT Scan) of Left Eye using Other Contrast, Unenhanced and Enhanced
B826YZZ	Computerized Tomography (CT Scan) of Left Eye using Other Contrast
B826ZZZ	Computerized Tomography (CT Scan) of Left Eye

Typical Clinical Scenarios

An adult presents after blunt orbital trauma with periorbital swelling, decreased visual acuity in the left eye, and concern for intraorbital hemorrhage and orbital wall fracture. The inpatient team orders a CT scan of the left eye with intravenous iodinated contrast to better delineate soft-tissue injury and active bleeding, acquiring multiplanar reformatted images for surgical planning. A contrast-enhanced study with a single-phase injection is performed to evaluate vascular injury and orbital contents. Typical codes: B826ZZZ
A patient with a known left orbital tumor is admitted for planned preoperative staging and surgical mapping. The surgical team requests high-resolution CT of the left eye with both unenhanced and contrast-enhanced phases using low osmolar iodinated contrast to define tumor extent, bone involvement, and relations to the optic nerve, generating reformatted multiplanar images for operative guidance. Typical codes: B82610Z
A hospitalized patient with progressive left-sided proptosis after prior orbital surgery develops suspected postoperative infection versus abscess. To distinguish residual postoperative changes from an enhancing fluid collection requiring drainage, clinicians obtain a CT of the left eye with contrast using other contrast agents and both unenhanced and enhanced acquisitions, producing multiplanar reformatted images to guide potential image-directed intervention. Typical codes: B826Y0Z

Related Codes

B825-EYE-RIGHT-COMPUTERIZED-TOMOGRAPHY

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

B827-EYES-COMPUTERIZED-TOMOGRAPHY

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

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Eye Left Computerized Tomography Procedure Overview

Code Attributes

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

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Eye Left Computerized Tomography Procedure Overview

Code Attributes

When to Use

ICD-10-PCS Codes

Typical Clinical Scenarios

Related Codes

Which procedures are included in the B826 ICD-10-PCS code group for the left eye?

What is the operation and body system defined for codes in this group?

When should a B826 code be used in inpatient documentation?

How do contrast options appear across the listed B826 codes?

Does the content list related DRGs for the B826 code group?

References

When to Use

ICD-10-PCS Codes

Typical Clinical Scenarios

Related Codes

Which procedures are included in the B826 ICD-10-PCS code group for the left eye?

What is the operation and body system defined for codes in this group?

When should a B826 code be used in inpatient documentation?

How do contrast options appear across the listed B826 codes?

Does the content list related DRGs for the B826 code group?

References