Find information on Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus with Cataract diagnosis, including ICD-10 codes E11 and H28, clinical documentation improvement tips, and healthcare guidelines. Learn about the connection between diabetes and cataracts, diabetic retinopathy risk factors, and medical coding best practices for accurate reimbursement. Explore resources for healthcare professionals on managing patients with both conditions, including treatment options and preventative care.
Also known as
Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus
Covers various forms of type 2 diabetes.
Cataract
Includes different types of cataracts.
Diabetes Mellitus
Encompasses both type 1 and type 2 diabetes.
Follow this step-by-step guide to choose the correct ICD-10 code.
Is the cataract related to diabetes?
When to use each related code
| Description |
|---|
| Type 2 Diabetes with Cataract |
| Diabetic Retinopathy |
| Diabetic Nephropathy |
Cataract may be age-related, not diabetic. Code both but ensure documentation supports diabetes link for accurate risk adjustment.
Coding E11.- requires specificity (E11.9). Unspecified type impacts quality reporting and reimbursement.
Documenting cataract type (e.g., H26.9) and DM manifestations improves coding specificity and care planning.
Patient presents with symptoms consistent with Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus and bilateral cataracts. The patient reports blurred vision, increased glare, and difficulty with night driving. Additionally, the patient experiences polyuria, polydipsia, and polyphagia. Review of systems reveals fatigue and occasional paresthesia. Past medical history is significant for hypertension and hyperlipidemia. Family history is positive for Type 2 Diabetes. Physical examination reveals decreased visual acuity in both eyes, lens opacities observed upon slit-lamp examination, and elevated blood pressure. Laboratory results indicate elevated HbA1c (7.8%), fasting blood glucose (160 mgdL), and elevated cholesterol. Diagnosis of Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus with bilateral cataracts is confirmed. Treatment plan includes initiation of metformin for glycemic control, lifestyle modifications including diet and exercise, referral to ophthalmology for cataract surgery evaluation and management, and continued monitoring of blood glucose, HbA1c, lipid panel, and blood pressure. Patient education provided on diabetes management, including medication adherence, self-monitoring of blood glucose, and importance of regular eye exams. Follow-up appointment scheduled in three months to assess treatment efficacy and disease progression. ICD-10 codes E11.9 and H26.9 assigned. Medical billing codes for diabetes management and cataract evaluation and management will be applied accordingly.