Type 1 diabetes mellitus with stable proliferative diabetic retinopathy
ICD-10 E10.355 is a billable code used to indicate a diagnosis of type 1 diabetes mellitus with stable proliferative diabetic retinopathy.
E10.355 refers to Type 1 diabetes mellitus characterized by the presence of stable proliferative diabetic retinopathy (PDR). PDR is a serious complication of diabetes where abnormal blood vessels grow in the retina, potentially leading to vision loss. In patients with Type 1 diabetes, which is typically diagnosed in childhood or adolescence, the risk of developing diabetic retinopathy increases with the duration of the disease. Stable PDR indicates that while the condition is present, it has not progressed or worsened, suggesting effective management of blood glucose levels and regular ophthalmologic monitoring. Management of Type 1 diabetes often involves insulin therapy, with the goal of maintaining HbA1c levels below 7% to minimize complications. Regular eye examinations are crucial for early detection and management of retinopathy. This code is essential for capturing the complexity of diabetes management and the associated ocular complications, which require a multidisciplinary approach for optimal patient outcomes.
Detailed records of insulin therapy, HbA1c levels, and diabetes management plans.
Patients presenting with fluctuating blood glucose levels, requiring adjustments in insulin therapy.
Endocrinologists must ensure comprehensive documentation of diabetes management to support coding.
Thorough documentation of retinal examinations, including findings related to proliferative diabetic retinopathy.
Patients undergoing routine eye exams for diabetic retinopathy monitoring.
Ophthalmologists should clearly document the stability of retinopathy to support the use of E10.355.
Used during routine eye exams for patients with diabetes.
Document findings of retinal examination and any changes in management.
Ophthalmologists should ensure that the examination details support the diagnosis of stable PDR.
Stable proliferative diabetic retinopathy indicates that while abnormal blood vessel growth is present in the retina, it has not progressed or worsened, suggesting effective management of diabetes.
