L89.41
Billable

Pressure ulcer of contiguous site of back, buttock and hip, stage 1

Billable / Specific Code

What is Pressure ulcer of contiguous site of back, buttock and hip, stage 1?

ICD-10-CM L89.41 is the diagnosis code for Pressure ulcer of contiguous site of back, buttock and hip, stage 1. This code falls under the section "Other disorders of the skin and subcutaneous tissue" within Chapter 12 — Diseases of the skin and subcutaneous tissue (L00-L99). It is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes. Medical coders and healthcare providers use this code to document and classify diagnoses in electronic health records, insurance claims, and clinical databases.

💡 Inclusions

Coding Guidelines for L89.41

✅ This Code Includes

  • Healing pressure ulcer of contiguous site of back, buttock and hip, stage 1
  • Pressure pre-ulcer skin changes limited to persistent focal edema, contiguous site of back, buttock and hip

ICD-10-CM Code Hierarchy

Understanding where L89.41 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is L89.41 a billable ICD-10-CM code?

Yes, L89.41 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.

What does L89.41 mean?

L89.41 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Pressure ulcer of contiguous site of back, buttock and hip, stage 1". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.

What is the parent code of L89.41?

The parent code of L89.41 is L89.4 ("Pressure ulcer of contiguous site of back, buttock and hip"). L89.41 provides a more specific classification within this category.

What section is L89.41 in?

L89.41 is located in Section L80-L99 — "Other disorders of the skin and subcutaneous tissue" within Chapter 12 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

When should I use L89.41?

Use L89.41 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Pressure ulcer of contiguous site of back, buttock and hip, stage 1" and the clinical documentation supports this level of specificity. Always verify with the latest ICD-10-CM guidelines and payer requirements.

People Also Ask

What is the ICD-10 code for Pressure ulcer of contiguous site of back, buttock and hip, stage 1?

The ICD-10-CM code for Pressure ulcer of contiguous site of back, buttock and hip, stage 1 is L89.41.

Can L89.41 be used for primary diagnosis?

Yes, L89.41 can be used as a primary diagnosis code since it is billable and specific.

What chapter is L89.41 in?

L89.41 is in Chapter 12 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

Is L89.41 valid for 2026?

Yes, L89.41 is a valid ICD-10-CM code for the 2026 fiscal year, subject to official CMS updates.

See Also

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Code Details
L89.41
Pressure ulcer of contiguous site of back, buttock and hip, stage 1
Billable / Specific Code
12 — Diseases of the skin and subcutaneous tissue (L00-L99)
L80-L99 — Other disorders of the skin and subcutaneous tissue
2026 ICD-10-CM