ICD-10 Code L97.219 – Non-pressure chronic ulcer of right calf with unspecified severity (2026): Diagnosis, Symptoms & Billing Guide
2026 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code L97.219 – Non-pressure chronic ulcer of right calf with unspecified severity
What it is
This code identifies a chronic ulcer on the right calf that is not caused by pressure. The severity is not specified, so you are coding the location and chronic ulcer status without a documented depth or stage.
Clinical signs
Typical findings include a persistent open sore on the right calf with delayed healing, drainage, or surrounding skin changes. Clinical features vary; refer to documentation.
When to use this code
Use this code when the record clearly documents a non-pressure chronic ulcer on the right calf and does not describe severity in a way that supports a more specific code. It is appropriate for ongoing ulcers due to venous, arterial, diabetic, or other non-pressure causes when the calf location is specified. Check documentation if laterality, site, or severity is unclear.
Do not use for
Do not use this code for pressure ulcers, traumatic wounds, or ulcers on a different right lower-extremity site. If the chart specifies a deeper level or another severity detail, select the more specific code instead.
Coding tip
Confirm both laterality and exact anatomic site, because “right calf” is more specific than a general lower-leg ulcer.