ICD-10 Code L89.21 – Pressure ulcer of right hip (2026): Diagnosis, Symptoms & Billing Guide
2026 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code L89.21 – Pressure ulcer of right hip
What it is
This code identifies a pressure ulcer located on the right hip. Use it when documentation specifies pressure injury, decubitus ulcer, or bed sore at that site.
Clinical signs
Typical findings include localized skin or tissue breakdown over the right hip, with redness, open ulceration, or deeper tissue loss. Clinical features vary; refer to documentation.
When to use this code
Use L89.21 when the record clearly states a pressure ulcer of the right hip and does not specify a more detailed stage in the code set you are applying. It fits inpatient, outpatient, or wound-care documentation when the anatomic site is explicit. If laterality or site is unclear, check documentation.
Do not use for
Do not use this code for ulcers from arterial, venous, diabetic, or traumatic causes. Do not assign it if the right hip is only red or at risk without a documented pressure ulcer.
Coding tip
Always verify the exact site and stage in the note before coding.