ICD-10 Code L89.60 – Pressure ulcer of unspecified heel (2026): Diagnosis, Symptoms & Billing Guide
2026 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code L89.60 – Pressure ulcer of unspecified heel
What it is
This code identifies a pressure ulcer located on the heel when the laterality and stage are not documented. Use it when the record confirms a heel pressure injury but does not specify which heel.
Clinical signs
Findings may include localized skin breakdown, discoloration, or open ulceration over the heel. Clinical features vary; refer to documentation for the wound stage and whether the right or left heel is involved.
When to use this code
Use L89.60 when the provider documents a pressure ulcer of the heel without stating right or left side. It also fits when the heel is identified, but staging is missing or unclear in the note. If laterality is documented elsewhere, code the more specific option instead.
Do not use for
Do not use this code for pressure ulcers at other foot sites, such as the ankle, foot, or toe. Do not use it if the record clearly identifies the right or left heel and a more specific code is available.
Coding tip
Check the wound note carefully for laterality and stage before assigning this unspecified code.