Type 1 diabetes with stable prolif diabetic rtnop, bilateral

This code signifies a patient diagnosed with Type 1 diabetes who also presents with proliferative diabetic retinopathy that is stable and affects both eyes. Proliferative retinopathy is an advanced stage of diabetic eye disease characterized by new, abnormal blood vessel growth on the retina. "Stable" indicates the condition is not actively worsening.

Use this code when documentation confirms Type 1 diabetes and bilateral proliferative diabetic retinopathy that is explicitly stated as stable or non-progressing. This is typically supported by ophthalmology reports detailing fundoscopic findings and the current status of the retinopathy. It's appropriate for ongoing management of this chronic condition.

• Ensure documentation specifies "Type 1" diabetes; do not use for Type 2.
• Verify the retinopathy is explicitly stated as "proliferative" and "stable" and affects "bilateral" eyes.
• Sequence this code after the primary reason for the encounter if the retinopathy is not the primary focus of the visit.