ICD-10 Code L97.919 – Non-pressure chronic ulcer of unspecified part of right lower leg with unspecified severity (2026): Diagnosis, Symptoms & Billing Guide
2026 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code L97.919 – Non-pressure chronic ulcer of unspecified part of right lower leg with unspecified severity
What it is
This code identifies a chronic, non-pressure ulcer on the right lower leg when the exact site and severity are not documented. It is used for a persistent open skin lesion not caused by pressure.
Clinical signs
Typical findings include a non-healing break in the skin of the right lower leg, often with drainage, granulation tissue, or surrounding skin changes. Clinical features vary; refer to documentation.
When to use this code
Use L97.919 when documentation confirms a chronic ulcer on the right lower leg but does not specify the precise lower-leg location or ulcer severity. It is appropriate for outpatient, inpatient, or wound-care records when the provider’s note is nonspecific. Check documentation if the ulcer is described as pressure-related or if a more specific site and depth are recorded.
Do not use for
Do not use this code for pressure ulcers, traumatic wounds, or acute skin breaks. If the chart identifies a more specific ulcer location or severity, code that documented detail instead.
Coding tip
Verify laterality and ulcer specifics in the note; if the site is more precise, choose the more specific ICD-10 code.