The Relationship Between Vitamin D, Metabolic Dysfunction-Associated Steatotic Liver Disease, and Type 2 Diabetes: A Comprehensive Review of Global Insights and Perspectives for Sub-Saharan Africa

• by Bruno Basil

• March 11, 2026

Comparative study of the therapeutic effects of different medications on DM-associated dry eye syndrome after vitrectomy

• by Fang Ge, Min Du, Yuan Tao, Yanjuan Sheng, Xu Wang, Xing Du

• May 12, 2026

Proteins at the intersection of circadian rhythms and metabolic dysfunction-associated steatotic liver disease: an 18-protein panel as a novel predictive biomarker set

• by Yiyi Wang, Qilong Zhai, Xuemei Lian, Lei Zhao

• May 13, 2026

Diabetes Mellitus Coding in Retina

Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) is among the most common retinal diagnoses. Although the clinical features of the disease are well known, ICD-10 coding can be confusing if details such as stage, activity, and laterality are not clearly documented. Incomplete documentation may prompt questions about the medical necessity of diagnostic tests or intravitreal injections. This Q&A addresses common sources of confusion and offers practical guidance to support clear, accurate documentation.

• by Elizabeth Cifers, MBA, MSW, CHC, CPC

• May 1, 2026

• 4 min