ICD-10 Code E10.37 – Type 1 diabetes mellitus with diabetic macular edema, resolved following treatment (2026): Diagnosis, Symptoms & Billing Guide
2026 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code E10.37 – Type 1 diabetes mellitus with diabetic macular edema, resolved following treatment
What it is
This code identifies type 1 diabetes with a history of diabetic macular edema that has resolved after treatment. Use it when the record shows the edema is no longer active, but the diabetic eye complication remains clinically relevant.
Clinical signs
Clinical features vary; refer to documentation. Typical records may note prior macular swelling, retinal specialist follow-up, or improvement after ophthalmic treatment, with the edema documented as resolved.
When to use this code
Use E10.37 when the provider documents type 1 diabetes and diabetic macular edema that has resolved following treatment. It is appropriate for follow-up visits, problem list updates, or ophthalmology notes confirming resolution. Do not infer resolution unless it is clearly documented.
Do not use for
Do not use this code if macular edema is still active or if the record only mentions diabetic retinopathy without edema. Check documentation if the eye condition is unspecified or the diabetes type is not confirmed.
Coding tip
Code the resolved status only when the provider explicitly states “resolved following treatment” or equivalent wording.