ICD-10 Code L89.616 – Pressure-induced deep tissue damage of right heel (2026): Diagnosis, Symptoms & Billing Guide
2026 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code L89.616 – Pressure-induced deep tissue damage of right heel
What it is
This code identifies pressure-related deep tissue injury at the right heel. It is used when the skin may look intact or minimally changed, but deeper tissue damage is present from sustained pressure or shear.
Clinical signs
Typical findings include localized discoloration, pain, warmth, or a firm, boggy, or mushy area over the heel. Clinical features vary; refer to documentation.
When to use this code
Use this code when the provider documents deep tissue damage specifically at the right heel. It fits cases described as pressure injury, deep tissue pressure injury, or similar wording with right-sided heel involvement.
If laterality or stage is unclear, check documentation before coding. Do not assume the site from nearby wounds or use this code for ulcers caused by other mechanisms.
Do not use for
Do not use it for left heel, unspecified heel, or pressure injuries at other sites. Do not apply it to non-pressure wounds, arterial ulcers, diabetic ulcers, or traumatic skin loss.
Coding tip
Confirm both laterality and that the documentation supports deep tissue damage, not just redness or open ulceration.