Non-specific code 2015 ICD-9-CM Diagnosis Code 249
Secondary diabetes mellitus
  • 2015
  • Non-Billable Code

  • There are 10 ICD-9-CM codes below 249 that define this diagnosis in greater detail. Do not use this code on a reimbursement claim.
249 Includes
  • diabetes mellitus (due to) (in) (secondary) (with):
  • drug-induced or chemical induced
  • infection
249 Excludes
  • gestational diabetes (648.8)
  • hyperglycemia NOS (790.29)
  • neonatal diabetes mellitus (775.1)
  • nonclinical diabetes (790.29)
  • Type I diabetes - see category 250
  • Type II diabetes - see category 250
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