ICD-10 Code L97.5 – Non-pressure chronic ulcer of other part of foot (2026): Diagnosis, Symptoms & Billing Guide
2026 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code L97.5 – Non-pressure chronic ulcer of other part of foot
What it is
This code identifies a chronic ulcer on another part of the foot that is not caused by pressure. It is used when documentation specifies a non-pressure ulcer location outside the heel, toe, or midfoot categories.
Clinical signs
Typical findings include an open, nonhealing wound with tissue loss on the foot. Clinical features vary; refer to documentation for location, depth, and whether the ulcer is chronic.
When to use this code
Use L97.5 when the provider documents a chronic non-pressure ulcer on a specific “other” foot site and does not assign a more specific foot-ulcer code. You should confirm the ulcer is not due to pressure or trauma. If the note identifies laterality or severity elsewhere, code those additional details when required.
Do not use for
Do not use this code for pressure ulcers, diabetic foot ulcers without supporting documentation, or ulcers of the heel, toe, or midfoot that have a different code. Check documentation if the site is unclear.
Coding tip
Verify the exact foot location in the chart before assigning L97.5.