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ICD-10 CodesE09.3591

E09.3591

Billable

Drug or chemical induced diabetes mellitus with proliferative diabetic retinopathy without macular edema (right eye)

BILLABLE STATUSYes
IMPLEMENTATION DATEOctober 1, 2015
LAST UPDATED09/05/2025

Code Description

ICD-10 E09.3591 is a billable code used to indicate a diagnosis of drug or chemical induced diabetes mellitus with proliferative diabetic retinopathy without macular edema (right eye).

Key Diagnostic Point:

E09.3591 refers to diabetes mellitus that has been induced by drugs or chemicals, leading to complications such as proliferative diabetic retinopathy (PDR) in the right eye without associated macular edema. This condition arises when certain medications or toxic substances disrupt normal glucose metabolism, resulting in hyperglycemia and subsequent diabetic complications. Proliferative diabetic retinopathy is characterized by the growth of new blood vessels in the retina, which can lead to vision loss if not managed appropriately. The absence of macular edema indicates that while there is significant retinal damage, the central vision area remains unaffected. Management of this condition typically involves controlling blood glucose levels, monitoring HbA1c levels, and potentially utilizing insulin therapy or other antidiabetic medications. Regular ophthalmologic evaluations are crucial to assess the progression of retinopathy and to implement timely interventions.

Code Complexity Analysis

Complexity Rating: Medium

Medium Complexity

Complexity Factors

  • Differentiating between drug-induced and other types of diabetes
  • Identifying specific medications or chemicals responsible for diabetes
  • Understanding the nuances of diabetic retinopathy stages
  • Documenting the absence of macular edema accurately

Audit Risk Factors

  • Inadequate documentation of drug or chemical exposure
  • Failure to specify the eye affected
  • Misclassification of retinopathy type
  • Lack of supporting clinical evidence for diabetes diagnosis

Specialty Focus

Medical Specialties

Endocrinology

Documentation Requirements

Detailed medication history, HbA1c levels, and diabetes management plan.

Common Clinical Scenarios

Patients presenting with new-onset diabetes due to medication, requiring insulin management.

Billing Considerations

Ensure clear documentation of the drug responsible for diabetes and its management.

Ophthalmology

Documentation Requirements

Comprehensive eye examination results, including retinal imaging and assessment of diabetic retinopathy.

Common Clinical Scenarios

Patients with diabetes presenting for routine eye exams or with vision changes.

Billing Considerations

Document the presence or absence of macular edema and the severity of retinopathy.

Coding Guidelines

Inclusion Criteria

Use E09.3591 When
  • Follow the official ICD
  • CM guidelines for coding diabetes mellitus, ensuring accurate documentation of the cause (drug or chemical) and the specific complications (proliferative diabetic retinopathy)

Exclusion Criteria

Do NOT use E09.3591 When
  • Exclude codes for diabetes types not induced by drugs or chemicals

Related ICD-10 Codes

Related CPT Codes

92014CPT Code

Ophthalmological examination, comprehensive, established patient

Clinical Scenario

Used for routine eye exams in patients with diabetes.

Documentation Requirements

Document visual acuity, retinal examination findings, and any treatment plans.

Specialty Considerations

Ophthalmologists should ensure thorough documentation of diabetic retinopathy findings.

ICD-10 Impact

Diagnostic & Documentation Impact

Enhanced Specificity

ICD-10 Improvements

The transition to ICD-10 has allowed for more specific coding of diabetes-related complications, improving the accuracy of claims and enhancing patient care through better data tracking.

ICD-9 vs ICD-10

The transition to ICD-10 has allowed for more specific coding of diabetes-related complications, improving the accuracy of claims and enhancing patient care through better data tracking.

Reimbursement & Billing Impact

The transition to ICD-10 has allowed for more specific coding of diabetes-related complications, improving the accuracy of claims and enhancing patient care through better data tracking.

Resources

Clinical References

  • •
    American Diabetes Association

Coding & Billing References

  • •
    American Diabetes Association

Frequently Asked Questions

What medications can induce diabetes mellitus?

Certain medications, including corticosteroids, antipsychotics, and some antihypertensives, can induce diabetes by affecting insulin secretion or action.