ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code (2025)
Official Description for L89.012
Pressure ulcer of right elbow, stage 2
Coding Notes & Guidelines for L89.012
Inclusion Terms
- Healing pressure ulcer of right elbow, stage 2
- Pressure ulcer with abrasion, blister, partial thickness skin loss involving epidermis and/or dermis, right elbow
Parent Code (Less Specific):
About ICD-10-CM Code L89.012 (Pressure ulcer of right elbow)
ICD-10-CM code L89.012 is a billable or specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes. The 2025 edition of ICD-10-CM L89.012 became effective on October 1, 2024.
This page provides detailed information about L89.012 - Pressure ulcer of right elbow, stage 2. It includes common terminology, coding guidelines such as "Includes," "Excludes1," and "Excludes2" notes, and information on required 7th characters. Utilizing this information correctly is essential for accurate medical coding and claims submission for conditions like Pressure ulcer of right elbow related to stage 2.