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Diabetic Kidney Disease C0011881

Published: July 22, 2026Updated: August 27, 2026

A complication of diabetes where high blood sugar damages the kidneys' filtering units over time. It develops in some people with long-standing diabetes. Management includes blood sugar control, blood pressure medications, and monitoring for progression.

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Key facts at a glance

ICD-10
N28.9
ICD-11
GA00.0
Body system
renal
Severity
severe
Chronic
true

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Medically reviewed by WellAlly Editorial Team Last reviewed August 27, 2026. · Read our editorial policy