Diabetes Mellitus is a long-term condition in which blood sugar (glucose) levels stay too high. It happens when your body doesn't make enough insulin or can't use insulin properly. Over time, elevated blood sugar can damage your eyes, nerves, heart, and kidneys.
Early on, you may not notice any signs. As blood sugar rises, look for:
Several factors can lead to diabetes:
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The ICD-10 code for Type 2 diabetes mellitus is E11, while Type 1 diabetes mellitus is coded as E10.
E11 is used to classify and document Type 2 diabetes in medical records and insurance claims, including any related complications like neuropathy or kidney involvement.
Diabetes mellitus affects blood sugar regulation due to insulin insufficiency or resistance, whereas diabetes insipidus involves impaired water balance caused by antidiuretic hormone issues, leading to excessive thirst and urination.
A gastroenterologist evaluates how diabetes impacts your digestive system-such as gastroparesis or fatty liver-advises on nutrition, and coordinates care to prevent or treat gastrointestinal complications.
Persistently high blood sugar damages small blood vessels in the kidneys, impairing their filtering ability and potentially leading to diabetic kidney disease or kidney failure.
Accurate diabetes coding can be complex due to various subtypes and complication codes. Our team ensures correct use of ICD-10 codes for proper treatment documentation and insurance reimbursement.
Key lifestyle strategies include eating balanced, portion-controlled meals; exercising regularly; maintaining a healthy weight; and managing stress to help stabilize blood sugar levels.
See a specialist if your blood sugar remains consistently elevated, if you notice nerve-related symptoms (tingling or numbness), or if you have signs of kidney issues such as swelling or changes in urine output.
If you use insulin, check your blood sugar 2-4 times daily or as recommended. If you're managing with oral medications, once daily or per your doctor's guidance may suffice.
Yes. Type 1 diabetes often begins in childhood, while Type 2 diabetes is increasingly diagnosed in teens and young adults, especially those who are overweight or inactive.
