ICD-10 Code L98.A218 – Non-pressure chronic ulcer of right forearm with other specified severity (2026): Diagnosis, Symptoms & Billing Guide
2026 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code L98.A218 – Non-pressure chronic ulcer of right forearm with other specified severity
What it is
This code identifies a chronic, non-pressure ulcer on the right forearm with a documented severity that is not otherwise classified. It is used when the wound is not caused by pressure and the record specifies the ulcer’s other severity.
Clinical signs
Typical findings include an open skin lesion on the right forearm with delayed healing, drainage, or surrounding tissue breakdown. Clinical features vary; refer to documentation.
When to use this code
Use this code when the provider documents a chronic ulcer on the right forearm and describes the severity as “other specified.” The site must be the right forearm, and the ulcer must be non-pressure in origin. If the note does not clearly support the severity term, check documentation.
Do not use for
Do not use this code for pressure ulcers, acute wounds, or ulcers on another body site. Do not assume the severity if the record does not specify it.
Coding tip
Match the anatomic site and severity wording exactly to the provider’s documentation before assigning L98.A218.