Oth diabetes with stable prolif diabetic rtnop, bilateral

This code signifies a form of diabetes mellitus, not otherwise specified as Type 1 or Type 2, that is complicated by proliferative diabetic retinopathy affecting both eyes. The retinopathy is currently stable, meaning there are no signs of active progression or worsening at the time of examination.

Apply this code when documentation clearly indicates a diagnosis of "other specified diabetes mellitus" alongside stable proliferative diabetic retinopathy in both eyes. This typically follows an ophthalmologic examination confirming the bilateral stable proliferative changes.

• Always ensure the documentation specifies "other specified diabetes mellitus" and not Type 1 or Type 2.
• Verify that the retinopathy is explicitly stated as "proliferative" and "stable" and affects "bilateral" eyes.
• Sequence this code after the primary diabetes mellitus code if the retinopathy is a manifestation.