ICD-10 Code L97.111 – Non-pressure chronic ulcer of right thigh limited to breakdown of skin (2026): Diagnosis, Symptoms & Billing Guide
2026 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code L97.111 – Non-pressure chronic ulcer of right thigh limited to breakdown of skin
What it is
This code describes a chronic, non-pressure ulcer on the right thigh with skin breakdown limited to the superficial layer. Use it when documentation identifies the ulcer site, chronicity, and depth.
Clinical signs
Typical findings include an open sore on the right thigh with partial-thickness skin loss and no deeper tissue involvement. Clinical features vary; refer to documentation.
When to use this code
Use L97.111 when the record states a chronic ulcer on the right thigh and specifies that breakdown is limited to skin. You should also confirm that the ulcer is non-pressure and not described as involving fat, muscle, or bone.
If the provider documents only “ulcer” without laterality, site, or depth, check documentation before coding. This code is appropriate for pressure-independent ulcers only.
Do not use for
Do not use this code for pressure ulcers, traumatic wounds, or ulcers with deeper tissue loss. Check documentation if the site is not the right thigh or if the depth is not limited to skin.
Coding tip
Verify laterality, anatomic site, and ulcer depth together before assigning L97.111.