ICD-10 Code L89.202 – Pressure ulcer of unspecified hip, stage 2 (2026): Diagnosis, Symptoms & Billing Guide
2026 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code L89.202 – Pressure ulcer of unspecified hip, stage 2
What it is
This code identifies a pressure ulcer on the hip when the site is not further specified and the wound is stage 2. Stage 2 means partial-thickness skin loss with exposed dermis.
Clinical signs
Look for a shallow open ulcer, or an intact blister, over the hip area. The wound may be painful and show exposed dermis, but no visible fat or deeper tissue.
When to use this code
Use L89.202 when documentation states a pressure injury or pressure ulcer of the hip and the stage is 2, but the side is not documented. This is appropriate when the record confirms the site and stage without more detail. Check documentation if laterality is available.
Do not use for
Do not use this code for stage 1, stage 3, stage 4, unstageable, or deep tissue pressure injuries. Do not use it if the ulcer is on a different body site or the hip side is specified.
Coding tip
Verify that the note supports both the hip location and stage 2 before assigning this code.