ICD-10 Code L98.468 – Non-pressure chronic ulcer of face with other specified severity (2026): Diagnosis, Symptoms & Billing Guide
2026 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code L98.468 – Non-pressure chronic ulcer of face with other specified severity
What it is
This code identifies a chronic ulcer on the face that is not caused by pressure and has a severity not described by the other specific L98.4 category codes. Use it when the record clearly documents a non-pressure skin ulcer on the face.
Clinical signs
Typical findings include a persistent open skin lesion with tissue loss, often with delayed healing and localized inflammation. Clinical features vary; refer to documentation for ulcer depth, drainage, or other descriptors.
When to use this code
Use this code when the provider documents a chronic non-pressure ulcer of the face and specifies “other specified severity.” It fits situations where the lesion is not a pressure injury and the site is the face. If severity is unclear or another L98.4 code is documented, check documentation before coding.
Do not use for
Do not use it for pressure ulcers, acute wounds, or ulcers at other body sites. Do not assume this code applies if the record does not specifically identify the face and the stated severity.
Coding tip
Match the code to the exact site and severity wording in the provider note; if either is missing, query or check documentation.