ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code (2025)
Official Description for L89.131
Pressure ulcer of right lower back, stage 1
Coding Notes & Guidelines for L89.131
Inclusion Terms
- Healing pressure ulcer of right lower back, stage 1
- Pressure pre-ulcer skin changes limited to persistent focal edema, right lower back
Parent Code (Less Specific):
About ICD-10-CM Code L89.131 (Pressure ulcer of right lower back)
ICD-10-CM code L89.131 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 L89.131 became effective on October 1, 2024.
This page provides detailed information about L89.131 - Pressure ulcer of right lower back, stage 1. 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 lower back related to stage 1.