Other specified diabetes mellitus with diabetic cataract

This code signifies a form of diabetes mellitus, not otherwise classified as Type 1 or Type 2, that is complicated by the presence of a diabetic cataract. A diabetic cataract is a clouding of the eye's lens directly attributable to the metabolic effects of diabetes.

Apply this code when documentation clearly indicates a diagnosis of "other specified diabetes mellitus" and explicitly links the patient's cataract to their diabetic condition. This is typically used for patients whose diabetes does not fit the criteria for Type 1 or Type 2, such as secondary diabetes due to pancreatic disease or drug-induced diabetes, and who have developed a cataract as a complication.

• Always sequence the diabetes code first, followed by codes for any associated complications.
• Ensure documentation specifies "diabetic cataract" or clearly links the cataract to the patient's diabetes.
• Do not use this code for cataracts unrelated to diabetes or for unspecified types of diabetes.