ICD-10 Specific code L89.0: Stage I decubitus ulcer and pressure area
Specific codes in ICD-10 are unique alphanumeric designations used to identify and categorize diseases, disorders, and conditions. They consist of 3-5 characters, including both letters and numbers, that provide a high level of detail and specificity.
Translations
| Language | Translation |
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English
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Stage I decubitus ulcer and pressure area |
Hierarchical position
| Level | Code | Title | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | XII | Diseases of the skin and subcutaneous tissue | |
| 2 | L80-L99 | Other disorders of the skin and subcutaneous tissue | |
| 3 | L89 | Decubitus ulcer | |
| 4 | L89.0 | Stage I decubitus ulcer and pressure area |
Description
The ulcer appears as a defined area of persistent redness (erythema) in lightly pigmented skin, whereas in darker skin tones, the ulcer may appear with persistent red, blue or purple hues, without skin loss.
Also includes
Decubitus [pressure] ulcer limited to erythema only