L89.96
BillablePressure-induced deep tissue damage of unspecified site
This code does not map to an HCC category in any model (V28, V24, ESRD, RxHCC).
What This Code Means
Deep tissue damage from pressure on an unspecified body location, characterized by purple or maroon discoloration of intact or non-intact skin indicating damage to underlying tissue layers.
Coding Tips
- •This code represents suspected deep tissue injury; it is distinct from the traditional stage 1-4 classification
- •Document the specific site and appearance (purple/maroon discoloration, blood-filled blister) to support the diagnosis
Code Hierarchy
└L89Pressure ulcer└L89.9Pressure ulcer of unspecified site└L89.96Pressure-induced deep tissue damage of unspecified site
└L89.96Pressure-induced deep tissue damage of unspecified site