ICD-10 Code L89.622 – Pressure ulcer of left heel, stage 2 (2026): Diagnosis, Symptoms & Billing Guide
2026 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code L89.622 – Pressure ulcer of left heel, stage 2
What it is
This code identifies a pressure injury on the left heel with partial-thickness skin loss. The wound may appear as an open blister or shallow ulcer, and deeper tissues are not exposed.
Clinical signs
Look for a localized lesion on the left heel with damaged epidermis and dermis, often painful or tender. Clinical features vary; refer to documentation for staging details and whether the wound is open or blistered.
When to use this code
Use L89.622 when the provider documents a stage 2 pressure ulcer specifically on the left heel. The record should support the heel location and stage, not just general skin breakdown. If the site or stage is unclear, check documentation before coding.
Do not use for
Do not use this code for pressure ulcers at other body sites or for unstageable, stage 1, or full-thickness ulcers. Do not assign it when the chart does not clearly identify the left heel and stage 2.
Coding tip
Verify both laterality and stage in the provider note, since heel ulcers are often documented without enough detail for accurate code selection.