ICD-10 Code L98.A119 – Non-pressure chronic ulcer of right upper arm with unspecified severity (2026): Diagnosis, Symptoms & Billing Guide
2026 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code L98.A119 – Non-pressure chronic ulcer of right upper arm with unspecified severity
What it is
This code identifies a chronic, non-pressure ulcer located on the right upper arm when the severity is not documented. Use it for an ongoing skin breakdown that is not caused by pressure and has no specified depth or tissue involvement.
Clinical signs
Typical findings include a persistent open lesion, skin loss, drainage, or delayed healing in the right upper arm. Clinical features vary; refer to documentation for whether the ulcer is superficial, full-thickness, or otherwise characterized.
When to use this code
Use this code when the record clearly documents a chronic ulcer of the right upper arm and does not specify severity. It is appropriate for outpatient, inpatient, or wound-care documentation when the ulcer is non-pressure related. If later notes identify greater detail, code to the most specific documented severity.
Do not use for
Do not use this code for pressure ulcers, acute wounds, or ulcers on another site. Check documentation if the lesion is described as traumatic, infected without ulceration, or if severity is stated elsewhere.
Coding tip
Confirm both laterality and the word “chronic” before assigning L98.A119.