ICD-10 Code L89.200 – Pressure ulcer of unspecified hip, unstageable (2026): Diagnosis, Symptoms & Billing Guide
2026 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code L89.200 – Pressure ulcer of unspecified hip, unstageable
What it is
This code identifies a pressure ulcer located on the hip when the side is not specified and the wound cannot be staged because the base is covered by slough or eschar. It indicates tissue damage from sustained pressure.
Clinical signs
Look for an ulcer over the hip with an obscured wound bed, often covered by necrotic tissue or slough. Clinical features vary; refer to documentation for laterality and whether the lesion is truly unstageable.
When to use this code
Use L89.200 when the provider documents a pressure ulcer of the hip without specifying right or left and states it is unstageable. This is appropriate when the wound cannot be assessed for depth because the base is not visible. If the record later identifies the side or stage, update coding accordingly.
Do not use for
Do not use this code for a staged pressure ulcer, a non-pressure wound, or a hip ulcer with documented laterality. Check documentation if the wound is described as deep tissue injury or another pressure-related lesion.
Coding tip
Verify both laterality and staging in the note before assigning L89.200.