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E11.37X3 Billable Code FY2027 Status: Active

E11.37X3: Type 2 diab with diab macular edema, resolved fol trtmt, bi

Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic macular edema, resolved following treatment, bilateral

Effective Date: 2026-10-01
Dataset: ICD-10-CM FY2027
Source: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)
Last Verified: 2026-10-01
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Quick Clinical & Billing Summary

What is ICD-10-CM code E11.37X3? E11.37X3 represents Type 2 diab with diab macular edema, resolved fol trtmt, bi. Under official CDC guidelines, this code is billable and specific for claim submission.

Current release: FY2027 (Effective October 1, 2026). Sourced directly from CDC NCHS files.

Code Hierarchy & Classification

Chapter 4: Endocrine, nutritional and metabolic diseases
⌊ Category E11: Type 2 diabetes mellitus
⌊ E11.37X3: Type 2 diab with diab macular edema, resolved fol trtmt, bi (Current Code)

Clinical Guidance & Documentation Standards

Clinical documentation should substantiate the medical necessity of this diagnosis, including laterality, anatomical site specificity, and clinical severity.

7th Character Episode of Care Builder

Chapter 19 Requirement

ICD-10-CM coding guidelines mandate assigning an appropriate 7th character for traumatic injuries, fractures, and external causes to denote the episode of care:

A Initial Encounter
Patient receiving active clinical treatment (surgical evaluation, emergency care, initial casting).
D Subsequent Encounter
Patient receiving routine care during healing phase (cast change, medication adjustment, follow-up).
S Sequela (Late Effect)
Complications or conditions arising as a direct late consequence of the healed injury.
Placeholder X Rule: If the diagnosis code has fewer than 6 characters, you must append placeholder 'X' characters to maintain the 7th character position. Use 7th Character Builder Tool →
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CMS-HCC Risk Adjustment Model

CMS-HCC 37/38 (Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus)

Diagnoses under category E11 map to the official CMS-HCC (Hierarchical Condition Category) risk adjustment model used for Medicare Advantage risk scoring.

Clinical Documentation Requirement: Annual re-documentation is mandatory. Medical record must demonstrate evaluation, monitoring, management, or treatment during the encounter to support Risk Adjustment Factor (RAF) scoring.

Associated Procedures & Medicare RVU Reimbursement

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Typical outpatient and office evaluation procedures frequently billed alongside diagnosis E11.37X3:

CPT/HCPCS Description Work RVU Non-Facility Fee Facility Fee
99213 Office/outpatient visit, established patient, 20-29 minutes (Low MDM) 1.30 $91.69 $66.79
99214 Office/outpatient visit, established patient, 30-39 minutes (Moderate MDM) 1.92 $133.61 $100.21
96372 Therapeutic, prophylactic, or diagnostic injection (subcutaneous/intramuscular) 0.17 $18.34 $12.44
Based on official CMS 2026 Physician Fee Schedule conversion factor ($32.7476). Payments vary by locality GPCI.

CPT Modifier & Billing Rules

Modifier 25 Significant E/M

Append when a significant, separately identifiable evaluation and management service is provided on the same calendar day as a minor surgical procedure or injection.

Modifier 59 Distinct Service

Identifies procedures or services not normally reported together but distinct under the clinical circumstances. Use CMS X-modifiers (XE, XS, XP, XU) where required by Medicare.

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Frequently Asked Questions about E11.37X3

Is E11.37X3 a billable ICD-10 code?

Yes, E11.37X3 is a valid, billable and specific ICD-10-CM code. It can be reported as a primary or secondary diagnosis on medical claims.

What is the ICD-10 code for Type 2 diab with diab macular edema, resolved fol trtmt, bi?

The primary ICD-10-CM code for Type 2 diab with diab macular edema, resolved fol trtmt, bi is E11.37X3.

What is the effective date of the current E11.37X3 code?

The code is active for fiscal year FY2027, effective starting 2026-10-01.

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Official Provenance: Sourced from CDC / NCHS FY2027 ICD-10-CM files. Report a Data Error
Verified: 2026-10-01