L98.A128
BillableNon-pressure chronic ulcer of left upper arm with other specified severity
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 other specific characteristics of severity.
Coding Tips
- •Use this code only when severity characteristics don't fit standard categories; document the specific severity features
- •Ensure documentation supports why standard severity codes are not appropriate
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.A128Non-pressure chronic ulcer of left upper arm with other specified severity
└L98.A128Non-pressure chronic ulcer of left upper arm with other specified severity