L98.A124
BillableNon-pressure chronic ulcer of left upper arm with necrosis of bone
This code does not map to an HCC category in any model (V28, V24, ESRD, RxHCC).
What This Code Means
A long-lasting open sore on the left upper arm that is not caused by pressure, with dead bone tissue visible.
Coding Tips
- •Bone necrosis (osteonecrosis) is the most severe category; coordinate with orthopedic or surgical documentation
- •Document any bone involvement findings from imaging studies or surgical exploration
Code Hierarchy
└L98Other disorders of skin and subcutaneous tissue, not elsewhere classified└L98.ANon-pressure chronic ulcer of upper limb, not elsewhere classified└L98.A1Non-pressure chronic ulcer of upper arm└L98.A12Non-pressure chronic ulcer of left upper arm└L98.A124Non-pressure chronic ulcer of left upper arm with necrosis of bone
└L98.A124Non-pressure chronic ulcer of left upper arm with necrosis of bone