ICD-10 Code L89.209 – Pressure ulcer of unspecified hip, unspecified stage (2026): Diagnosis, Symptoms & Billing Guide
2026 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code L89.209 – Pressure ulcer of unspecified hip, unspecified stage
What it is
This code identifies a pressure ulcer located on the hip when the side is not specified and the stage is not documented. It is used for a pressure-related skin injury over the hip area.
Clinical signs
Typical findings include localized skin breakdown over the hip, which may range from redness to an open ulcer. Clinical features vary; refer to documentation for laterality and stage.
When to use this code
Use this code when the provider documents a pressure ulcer of the hip but does not state whether it is right or left, and does not record the stage. It may also fit when the note confirms a hip pressure injury without enough detail for a more specific code. Check documentation if laterality or staging is available.
Do not use for
Do not use it if the ulcer is documented as a different site, such as sacral, buttock, or trochanteric area. Do not use it when the stage or side is clearly documented and a more specific code applies.
Coding tip
Always look for laterality and stage in wound notes, nursing documentation, or provider assessments before assigning this unspecified code.