Type 1 diabetes with mild nonp rtnop with macular edema, bi

This code signifies a patient diagnosed with Type 1 diabetes who presents with early-stage diabetic retinopathy, specifically nonproliferative, and has developed macular edema affecting both eyes. Nonproliferative retinopathy is characterized by microaneurysms, hemorrhages, and exudates, while macular edema indicates fluid leakage into the macula, impacting central vision.

Apply this code when documentation clearly states Type 1 diabetes and bilateral mild nonproliferative diabetic retinopathy with macular edema. This is appropriate for patients undergoing ophthalmologic evaluation or treatment for these specific diabetic complications. Supporting documentation would include an ophthalmologist's report detailing the retinopathy stage and presence of macular edema in both eyes.

• Ensure the documentation specifies "Type 1" diabetes; do not use for Type 2 or unspecified diabetes.
• Verify that both "mild nonproliferative diabetic retinopathy" and "macular edema" are explicitly documented for both eyes.
• Do not confuse with codes for moderate or severe nonproliferative retinopathy, or proliferative diabetic retinopathy.