Patient presents with postpancreatectomy diabetes mellitus following partial removal of the pancreas. Select the appropriate code(s).

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E89.1 is used for postprocedural hypothyroidism, which is not relevant here. E13.- represents other specified diabetes mellitus, which can be used for postpancreatectomy diabetes mellitus. Z90.411 indicates acquired absence of part of the pancreas, which is appropriate following partial pancreatectomy.

Patient Presents with Postpancreatectomy Diabetes Mellitus Following Partial Removal of the Pancreas