ICD-10 Code L89.151 – Pressure ulcer of sacral region, stage 1 (2026): Diagnosis, Symptoms & Billing Guide
2026 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code L89.151 – Pressure ulcer of sacral region, stage 1
What it is
This code identifies a pressure ulcer located over the sacral region with intact skin and nonblanchable redness. It represents the earliest stage of pressure injury, before skin breakdown or open ulceration.
Clinical signs
Look for localized redness over the sacrum that does not blanch with pressure. The skin remains intact; clinical features vary, so refer to documentation if staging is unclear.
When to use this code
Use L89.151 when the provider documents a stage 1 pressure ulcer specifically in the sacral area. This is appropriate for nursing notes, wound assessments, or physician documentation that confirms stage and location. If the site is different or the stage is not stated, check documentation.
Do not use for
Do not use this code for non-pressure skin redness, moisture-associated dermatitis, or ulcers at another body site. Do not assign it when the ulcer is deeper than stage 1 or when documentation is insufficient.
Coding tip
Verify both the sacral location and stage 1 wording in the record before assigning the code.