L89
⚠ Non-billable
Pressure ulcer
ICD-10-CM · FY2026 · Diseases of the Skin and Subcutaneous Tissue
Code
L89
System
ICD-10-CM
Billable
No — use specific code
Effective
FY2026
Chapter
Diseases of the Skin and Subcutaneous Tissue
Source
CMS / CDC NCHS
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Frequently asked questions
What is ICD-10 code L89?
ICD-10-CM code L89 represents Pressure ulcer. It is a non-billable header code requiring a more specific subcategory in the Diseases of the Skin and Subcutaneous Tissue chapter, effective October 1, 2025 – September 30, 2026.
Is L89 billable?
No. L89 is a non-billable header. Select a more specific subcategory for claims submission.
What chapter is L89 in?
L89 belongs to the Diseases of the Skin and Subcutaneous Tissue chapter (L00–L99) of ICD-10-CM.
Related codes in the L89 category
L89.0
Pressure ulcer of elbow
Non-billable
L89.1
Pressure ulcer of back
Non-billable
L89.2
Pressure ulcer of hip
Non-billable
L89.3
Pressure ulcer of buttock
Non-billable
L89.4
Pressure ulcer of contiguous site of back, buttock and hip
Non-billable
L89.5
Pressure ulcer of ankle
Non-billable
L89.6
Pressure ulcer of heel
Non-billable
L89.8
Pressure ulcer of other site
Non-billable
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