ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code (2025)
Official Description for L89.891
Pressure ulcer of other site, stage 1
Coding Notes & Guidelines for L89.891
Inclusion Terms
- Healing pressure ulcer of other site, stage 1
- Pressure pre-ulcer skin changes limited to persistent focal edema, other site
Parent Code (Less Specific):
About ICD-10-CM Code L89.891 (Pressure ulcer of other site)
ICD-10-CM code L89.891 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 L89.891 became effective on October 1, 2024.
This page provides detailed information about L89.891 - Pressure ulcer of other site, 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 other site related to stage 1.