Type 1 diabetes mellitus w oth diabetic kidney complication

This code signifies Type 1 diabetes mellitus complicated by any kidney condition directly attributable to diabetes, other than diabetic nephropathy (e.g., Kimmelstiel-Wilson disease) or chronic kidney disease stages 1-5. It covers less common or unspecified diabetic renal manifestations.

Apply this code when documentation specifies Type 1 diabetes and a diabetic kidney complication that isn't explicitly diabetic nephropathy or a specific CKD stage. Examples include diabetic glomerulonephritis not otherwise specified, or other diabetic renal disorders. Ensure the physician clearly links the kidney complication to the patient's diabetes.

• Always sequence the diabetes code first, followed by codes for specific kidney complications if known.
• Do not use this code if the documentation specifies diabetic nephropathy (E10.21) or a specific stage of chronic kidney disease (E10.22).
• Query the provider for clarification if "diabetic kidney disease" is documented without further specificity to determine if E10.21, E10.22, or this code is most appropriate.