ICD-10 Code L89.229 – Pressure ulcer of left hip, unspecified stage (2026): Diagnosis, Symptoms & Billing Guide
2026 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code L89.229 – Pressure ulcer of left hip, unspecified stage
What it is
This code identifies a pressure ulcer located on the left hip when the stage is not documented. Use it for a localized skin and tissue injury caused by prolonged pressure over the left hip.
Clinical signs
Findings may include persistent redness, skin breakdown, an open wound, or tissue damage over the left hip. Clinical features vary; refer to documentation for stage, depth, and whether the ulcer is healing or worsening.
When to use this code
Use L89.229 when the provider documents a pressure ulcer of the left hip but does not specify the stage. It also fits when the record confirms the site and laterality, yet staging is unavailable or cannot be determined from the note. Check documentation if the ulcer is described as another pressure injury type.
Do not use for
Do not use this code for pressure injuries at other sites, or when the left hip ulcer stage is documented and a stage-specific code applies. Do not use it for non-pressure wounds, such as traumatic or surgical wounds.
Coding tip
Verify laterality and staging in the chart; if the stage is present, code the more specific pressure ulcer code instead.