ICD-10 Code L89.159 – Pressure Ulcer of Sacral Region, Unspecified Stage (2026): Diagnosis, Symptoms & Billing Guide
2026 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code L89.159 – Pressure ulcer of sacral region, unspecified stage
What it is
This code identifies a pressure ulcer located over the sacral area, but the stage is not documented. Use it when the record confirms a sacral pressure injury and does not specify the depth or tissue loss.
Clinical signs
Clinical features vary; refer to documentation. A pressure ulcer may show localized skin breakdown, discoloration, or an open area over the sacrum, but staging details must be recorded to code more specifically.
When to use this code
Use L89.159 when the provider documents a pressure ulcer of the sacral region and no stage is stated. It also applies when the stage cannot be determined from the available note. If later documentation identifies a stage, you should code the more specific option.
Do not use for
Do not use this code for pressure ulcers in other body sites or for injuries that are not pressure-related. Do not use it when the stage is clearly documented and a more specific stage code is available.
Coding tip
If the stage is missing, check documentation before assigning an unspecified-stage code.