L98.A311
BillableNon-pressure chronic ulcer of right hand limited to breakdown of skin
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 right hand that is not caused by pressure, affecting only the outer layer of skin.
Coding Tips
- •This code represents the least severe stage of non-pressure ulcers; document the specific cause (diabetic, vascular, etc.) separately if applicable
- •Verify laterality is documented as right hand to ensure accurate code selection
Code Hierarchy
└L98Other disorders of skin and subcutaneous tissue, not elsewhere classified└L98.ANon-pressure chronic ulcer of upper limb, not elsewhere classified└L98.A3Non-pressure chronic ulcer of hand└L98.A31Non-pressure chronic ulcer of right hand└L98.A311Non-pressure chronic ulcer of right hand limited to breakdown of skin
└L98.A311Non-pressure chronic ulcer of right hand limited to breakdown of skin