ICD-10 Logo
ICDxICD-10 Medical Coding
ICD-10 Logo
ICDxICD-10 Medical Coding
ICD 10 CodesDiagnoses
ICD 10 CodesDiagnoses
ICD-10 Logo
ICDxICD-10 Medical Coding

Comprehensive ICD-10-CM code reference with AI-powered search capabilities.

© 2025 ICD Code Compass. All rights reserved.

Browse

  • All Chapters
  • All Categories
  • Diagnoses

Tools

  • AI Code Search
ICD-10-CM codes are maintained by the CDC and CMS. This tool is for reference purposes only.
v1.0.0
ICD-10 Guide
DiagnosesInsulin Dependent Diabetes

Insulin Dependent Diabetes

ICD-10 Coding for Insulin-Dependent Diabetes(E10.9, E10.65, T85.614A)

PRIMARY SPECIALTYEndocrinology
COMPLEXITYHigh
LAST UPDATED09/15/2025
Sam Tuffun, PT, DPT
Physical Therapist | Medical Coding & Billing Contributor

Diagnosis Overview

What is Insulin Dependent Diabetes?
Essential facts and insights about Insulin-Dependent Diabetes

Key Clinical Considerations:

  • Polyuria, polydipsia, polyphagia, weight loss
  • Fasting plasma glucose ≥ 126 mg/dL, HbA1c ≥ 6.5%
  • Ketoacidosis, signs of dehydration, neuropathy

Clinical Information

Clinical Criteria & Documentation Requirements

  • Patient history, physical exam findings, lab results
  • ICD-10-CM codes E10.9 for Type 1 Diabetes
  • Example: 'Patient presents with elevated blood glucose levels and requires insulin therapy.'

Coding Guidelines

Usage Guidelines & Examples

  • Follow guidelines for diabetes coding; ensure specificity.
  • Common errors include using incorrect type of diabetes code.

Code Exclusions

Important Exclusions

  • Non-insulin dependent diabetes (E11), gestational diabetes (O24)

Related ICD-10 Codes

Primary Codes
E10.9
Type 1 diabetes mellitus without complications
E10.65
Type 1 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
Ancillary Codes
Z79.4
Differential Codes
E11.9
E11.65
T38.3x6xA

Related CPT Codes

CPT codes will be available in a future update.

Specialty Focus

Primary Specialty

Endocrinology

Specialty Applications

  • Pediatric and adult populations, outpatient and inpatient settings

Coding Complexity

High Complexity

This diagnosis requires careful attention to:

  • Comprehensive clinical documentation
  • Accurate code selection based on clinical criteria
  • Proper exclusion considerations
  • Specialty-specific coding guidelines

Documentation

Documentation Templates

Billing Information

Billing Considerations

  • Ensure proper documentation for billing
  • Verify code specificity requirements
  • Check for any additional codes needed
  • Review payer-specific guidelines

Common Issues

  • Insufficient clinical documentation
  • Incorrect code selection
  • Missing supporting diagnoses
  • Timing and frequency documentation

Frequently Asked Questions

Documentation requirements?

Include patient history, treatment plan, and lab results.

Billing considerations?

Ensure correct coding to avoid denials; check for coverage of insulin supplies.