ICD-10 Code L97.519 – Non-pressure chronic ulcer of other part of right foot with unspecified severity (2026): Diagnosis, Symptoms & Billing Guide
2026 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code L97.519 – Non-pressure chronic ulcer of other part of right foot with unspecified severity
What it is
This code identifies a chronic, non-pressure ulcer on another part of the right foot, with no documented severity or depth. Use it when the record confirms a persistent foot ulcer but does not specify the stage or extent.
Clinical signs
Typical findings include an open sore on the right foot that does not heal normally and may show drainage, granulation, or surrounding skin breakdown. Clinical features vary; refer to documentation.
When to use this code
Use L97.519 when the provider documents a chronic ulcer on the right foot in a location other than heel or midfoot, and the severity is unspecified. It fits outpatient, inpatient, or wound-care records that clearly identify the ulcer site. Check documentation if laterality, location, or depth is unclear.
Do not use for
Do not use this code for pressure ulcers, diabetic foot ulcers without supporting documentation, or ulcers on the heel or midfoot. If the chart gives a specific severity, code that more exact option instead.
Coding tip
Verify the exact foot location and whether the ulcer is pressure-related before assigning this code.