ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code (2025)
Official Description for L89.151
Pressure ulcer of sacral region, stage 1
Coding Notes & Guidelines for L89.151
Inclusion Terms
- Healing pressure ulcer of sacral region, stage 1
- Pressure pre-ulcer skin changes limited to persistent focal edema, sacral region
Parent Code (Less Specific):
About ICD-10-CM Code L89.151 (Pressure ulcer of sacral region)
ICD-10-CM code L89.151 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 L89.151 became effective on October 1, 2024.
This page provides detailed information about L89.151 - Pressure ulcer of sacral region, 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 sacral region related to stage 1.