ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code (2025)
Official Description for L89.222
Pressure ulcer of left hip, stage 2
Coding Notes & Guidelines for L89.222
Inclusion Terms
- Healing pressure ulcer of left hip, stage 2
- Pressure ulcer with abrasion, blister, partial thickness skin loss involving epidermis and/or dermis, left hip
Parent Code (Less Specific):
About ICD-10-CM Code L89.222 (Pressure ulcer of left hip)
ICD-10-CM code L89.222 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 L89.222 became effective on October 1, 2024.
This page provides detailed information about L89.222 - Pressure ulcer of left hip, 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 left hip related to stage 2.