ICD-10 Code E10.32 – Type 1 diabetes mellitus with mild nonproliferative diabetic retinopathy (2026): Diagnosis, Symptoms & Billing Guide
2026 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code E10.32 – Type 1 diabetes mellitus with mild nonproliferative diabetic retinopathy
What it is
This code identifies type 1 diabetes mellitus complicated by mild nonproliferative diabetic retinopathy. Use it when the record shows diabetic retinal changes without proliferative disease.
Clinical signs
Findings may include small retinal hemorrhages, microaneurysms, or other mild nonproliferative changes on eye examination. Clinical features vary; refer to documentation.
When to use this code
Use this code when the provider documents type 1 diabetes and specifies mild nonproliferative diabetic retinopathy. It also fits when the eye condition is clearly linked to the diabetes in the assessment. Check documentation if laterality or severity is unclear.
Do not use for
Do not use this code for type 2 diabetes, proliferative retinopathy, or diabetic retinopathy without a stated mild nonproliferative severity. Check documentation.
Coding tip
Confirm both the diabetes type and the exact retinopathy severity before assigning E10.32.