ICD-10 Code L97.811 – Non-pressure chronic ulcer of other part of right lower leg limited to breakdown of skin (2026): Diagnosis, Symptoms & Billing Guide
2026 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code L97.811 – Non-pressure chronic ulcer of other part of right lower leg limited to breakdown of skin
What it is
This code identifies a chronic, non-pressure ulcer on another part of the right lower leg, with skin breakdown limited to the epidermis. Use it when the wound is on the right lower leg and has not extended deeper than the skin surface.
Clinical signs
Typical findings include an open sore or ulcer with superficial skin loss, usually with a defined wound site on the right lower leg. Clinical features vary; refer to documentation for depth, location, and whether the ulcer is chronic.
When to use this code
Use this code when the record documents a chronic non-pressure ulcer on the right lower leg and specifies breakdown of skin only. It is appropriate when the provider identifies the site as “other part” of the right lower leg rather than ankle, calf, or foot. Check documentation if the ulcer depth or exact location is unclear.
Do not use for
Do not use this code for pressure ulcers, deeper ulcers, or ulcers on a different anatomic site. If the documentation does not confirm right-sided location or skin-only breakdown, check documentation.
Coding tip
Verify both laterality and ulcer depth in the note before assigning L97.811.