E10.A0: Type 1 diabetes mellitus, presymptomatic, unspecified
E10.A0, type 1 diabetes mellitus, presymptomatic, unspecified, is listed as a covered diagnosis in 3 Medicare billing and coding articles that apply to 35 HCPCS Level II codes, including M1211 (Most recent glycemic status assessment (hba1c or gmi)…), E2100 (Blood glucose monitor with integrated voice synthesizer), E2103 (Non-adjunctive, non-implanted continuous glucose monitor…). 20 of these codes have a 2026 DMEPOS fee schedule amount; E2100 pays $650.29 to $1,084.76 (NU) depending on the state. The articles come from 3 Medicare contractors. A listed diagnosis supports medical necessity only; coverage still depends on the LCD's criteria and on documentation in the medical record.
HCPCS Level II codes with E10.A0 as a covered diagnosis
| Code | Description | Medicare coverage | DMEPOS fee 2026 (state range) | Articles listing it |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| M1211 | Most recent glycemic status assessment (hba1c or gmi) level > 9.0% | Carrier judgment | — | 1 |
| E2100 | Blood glucose monitor with integrated voice synthesizer | Special coverage instructions apply | $650.29–$1,084.76 (NU) | 1 |
| E2103 | Non-adjunctive, non-implanted continuous glucose monitor or receiver | Carrier judgment | $256.09–$334.44 (NU) | 1 |
| E2101 | Blood glucose monitor with integrated lancing/blood sample | Special coverage instructions apply | $268.71–$322.42 (NU) | 1 |
| A4239 | Supply allowance for non-adjunctive, non-implanted continuous glucose monitor (CGM), includes all supplies and accessories, 1 month supply = 1 unit of service | Carrier judgment | $273.28 | 1 |
| A4238 | Supply allowance for adjunctive, non-implanted continuous glucose monitor (CGM), includes all supplies and accessories, 1 month supply = 1 unit of service | Carrier judgment | $280.71 (KF) | 1 |
| E2102 | Adjunctive, non-implanted continuous glucose monitor or receiver | Carrier judgment | $189.08–$239.22 (NU) | 1 |
| E0620 | Skin piercing device for collection of capillary blood, laser, each | Carrier judgment | $124.59–$149.56 (RR) | 1 |
| E0607 | Home blood glucose monitor | Special coverage instructions apply | $95.23–$108.55 (NU) | 1 |
| E2104 | Home blood glucose monitor for use with integrated lancing/blood sample testing cartridge | Special coverage instructions apply | $54.52 (NU) | 1 |
| A4271 | Integrated lancing and blood sample testing cartridges for home blood glucose monitor, per 50 tests | Special coverage instructions apply | $34.10 | 1 |
| A4257 | Replacement lens shield cartridge for use with laser skin piercing device, each | Carrier judgment | $18.19–$21.83 | 1 |
| A4253 | Blood glucose test or reagent strips for home blood glucose monitor, per 50 strips | Special coverage instructions apply | $8.32 (NU) | 1 |
| A4255 | Platforms for home blood glucose monitor, 50 per box | Special coverage instructions apply | $5.58–$6.47 | 1 |
| A4256 | Normal, low and high calibrator solution / chips | Special coverage instructions apply | $3.38 | 1 |
| A4234 | Replacement battery, alkaline, j cell, for use with medically necessary home blood glucose monitor owned by patient, each | Carrier judgment | $2.36 (NU) | 1 |
| A4258 | Spring-powered device for lancet, each | Special coverage instructions apply | $2.12 | 1 |
| A4259 | Lancets, per box of 100 | Special coverage instructions apply | $1.42 | 1 |
| A4236 | Replacement battery, silver oxide, for use with medically necessary home blood glucose monitor owned by patient, each | Carrier judgment | $1.16 (NU) | 1 |
| A4235 | Replacement battery, lithium, for use with medically necessary home blood glucose monitor owned by patient, each | Carrier judgment | $1.00 (NU) | 1 |
| A4233 | Replacement battery, alkaline (other than j cell), for use with medically necessary home blood glucose monitor owned by patient, each | Carrier judgment | $0.51 (NU) | 1 |
| E1399 | Durable medical equipment, miscellaneous | Carrier judgment | — | 1 |
| A9999 | Miscellaneous dme supply or accessory, not otherwise specified | Carrier judgment | — | 1 |
| A4244 | Alcohol or peroxide, per pint | Carrier judgment | — | 1 |
| A4245 | Alcohol wipes, per box | Carrier judgment | — | 1 |
10 more codes are listed. See every code with payment by region in Caduvo.
Medicare policy articles listing E10.A0
- A56686: Billing and Coding: HbA1c (Palmetto GBA (MAC - Part B); 1 Level II codes). LCD with the same title: L33431
- A52464: Glucose Monitor - Policy Article (CGS Administrators, LLC (DME MAC) Noridian Healthcare Solutions, LLC (DME MAC); 33 Level II codes)
- A56232: Billing and Coding: Foot Care (WPS Insurance Corporation (MAC - Part A, MAC - Part B); 1 Level II codes)
A diagnosis listed as covered in a billing and coding article supports medical necessity for the article's codes; it does not guarantee payment. Coverage depends on the LCD's criteria, the contractor's jurisdiction and documentation in the medical record.
Other E10 diagnoses (Type 1 diabetes mellitus)
- E10.A1 — Type 1 diabetes mellitus, presymptomatic, Stage 1
- E10.A2 — Type 1 diabetes mellitus, presymptomatic, Stage 2
- E10.10 — Type 1 diabetes mellitus with ketoacidosis without coma
- E10.11 — Type 1 diabetes mellitus with ketoacidosis with coma
- E10.21 — Type 1 diabetes mellitus with diabetic nephropathy
- E10.22 — Type 1 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease
- E10.29 — Type 1 diabetes mellitus with other diabetic kidney complication
- E10.311 — Type 1 diabetes mellitus with unspecified diabetic retinopathy with…
- E10.319 — Type 1 diabetes mellitus with unspecified diabetic retinopathy…
- E10.3211 — Type 1 diabetes mellitus with mild nonproliferative diabetic…
- E10.3212 — Type 1 diabetes mellitus with mild nonproliferative diabetic…
- E10.3213 — Type 1 diabetes mellitus with mild nonproliferative diabetic…
- E10.3219 — Type 1 diabetes mellitus with mild nonproliferative diabetic…
- E10.3291 — Type 1 diabetes mellitus with mild nonproliferative diabetic…
- E10.3292 — Type 1 diabetes mellitus with mild nonproliferative diabetic…
- E10.3293 — Type 1 diabetes mellitus with mild nonproliferative diabetic…
- E10.3299 — Type 1 diabetes mellitus with mild nonproliferative diabetic…
- E10.3311 — Type 1 diabetes mellitus with moderate nonproliferative diabetic…
- E10.3312 — Type 1 diabetes mellitus with moderate nonproliferative diabetic…
- E10.3313 — Type 1 diabetes mellitus with moderate nonproliferative diabetic…
- E10.3319 — Type 1 diabetes mellitus with moderate nonproliferative diabetic…
- E10.3391 — Type 1 diabetes mellitus with moderate nonproliferative diabetic…
- E10.3392 — Type 1 diabetes mellitus with moderate nonproliferative diabetic…
- E10.3393 — Type 1 diabetes mellitus with moderate nonproliferative diabetic…
- E10.3399 — Type 1 diabetes mellitus with moderate nonproliferative diabetic…
- E10.3411 — Type 1 diabetes mellitus with severe nonproliferative diabetic…
- E10.3412 — Type 1 diabetes mellitus with severe nonproliferative diabetic…
- E10.3413 — Type 1 diabetes mellitus with severe nonproliferative diabetic…
- E10.3419 — Type 1 diabetes mellitus with severe nonproliferative diabetic…
- E10.3491 — Type 1 diabetes mellitus with severe nonproliferative diabetic…
Frequently asked questions
Does Medicare cover E10.A0 (Type 1 diabetes mellitus, presymptomatic, unspecified)?
Medicare covers items and services, not diagnoses. 3 Medicare billing and coding articles list E10.A0 as a covered diagnosis for 35 HCPCS Level II codes: the diagnosis can support medical necessity for those codes, but payment still depends on the LCD's coverage criteria and the medical record.
Which HCPCS codes can be billed with ICD-10 E10.A0?
The Level II codes from the policies most specific to this diagnosis are M1211 (Most recent glycemic status assessment (hba1c or gmi)…, 1 article); E2100 (Blood glucose monitor with integrated voice synthesizer, 1 article); E2103 (Non-adjunctive, non-implanted continuous glucose monitor…, 1 article); E2101 (Blood glucose monitor with integrated lancing/blood sample, 1 article); A4239 (Supply allowance for non-adjunctive, non-implanted…, 1 article). Code choice depends on the item supplied; check each code's descriptor.
What does Medicare pay for equipment billed with E10.A0?
Under the 2026 DMEPOS fee schedule (non-rural state fees): E2100 $650.29 to $1,084.76 (NU); E2103 $256.09 to $334.44 (NU); E2101 $268.71 to $322.42 (NU); A4239 $273.28. Medicare pays 80% of the allowed amount after the Part B deductible.
Which Medicare policy articles list E10.A0?
A56686 (Billing and Coding: HbA1c); A52464 (Glucose Monitor - Policy Article); A56232 (Billing and Coding: Foot Care).
What is ICD-10-CM code E10.A0?
E10.A0 is the ICD-10-CM code for type 1 diabetes mellitus, presymptomatic, unspecified, in category E10 (Type 1 diabetes mellitus), chapter 4: Endocrine, nutritional and metabolic diseases.
Next steps
- Run a reimbursement report for a device billed under M1211
- Watch M1211 for fee, coverage and descriptor changes
- Build a full Medicare revenue model for M1211
Sources: CMS Medicare Coverage Database billing and coding articles (covered ICD-10 code lists and HCPCS links); ICD-10-CM FY2026; CMS HCPCS Level II release October 2026; CMS DMEPOS fee schedule 2026 (non-rural state fees). Not billing or legal advice.
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