ICD-10 Code L89.201 – Pressure ulcer of unspecified hip, stage 1 (2026): Diagnosis, Symptoms & Billing Guide
2026 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code L89.201 – Pressure ulcer of unspecified hip, stage 1
What it is
This code identifies a pressure injury over the hip area that is limited to stage 1 skin changes. Stage 1 means intact skin with persistent redness that does not blanch when pressed.
Clinical signs
Look for localized nonblanchable erythema over the hip, often with skin that may be painful, firm, soft, warmer, or cooler than nearby tissue. Clinical features vary; refer to documentation.
When to use this code
Use L89.201 when the record clearly documents a stage 1 pressure ulcer on an unspecified hip and no more specific side is given. It also fits when the provider names a pressure injury at the hip with intact skin and stage 1 severity. Check documentation if the site or stage is unclear.
Do not use for
Do not use this code for pressure ulcers at other body sites, deeper stages, or ulcers with skin loss. Do not assign it if the chart does not support stage 1 or if the hip laterality is specified elsewhere.
Coding tip
Capture both the exact stage and the anatomic site; if the hip side is documented, code the more specific laterality instead of unspecified hip.