Pressure ulcer of right heel
ICD-10 L89.61 is a used to indicate a diagnosis of pressure ulcer of right heel.
L89.61 refers to a pressure ulcer located on the right heel, which is a localized injury to the skin and/or underlying tissue, typically over a bony prominence, resulting from pressure, or pressure in combination with shear and/or friction. The heel is a common site for pressure ulcers due to prolonged immobility, particularly in patients who are bedridden or have limited mobility. Clinically, these ulcers can present as non-blanchable erythema of intact skin or as open wounds with varying degrees of tissue loss. The disease progression can lead from stage I (non-blanchable erythema) to stage IV (full-thickness tissue loss with exposed bone, tendon, or muscle). Diagnostic considerations include a thorough assessment of the ulcer's stage, size, and depth, as well as the patient's overall health status, comorbidities, and risk factors such as diabetes and vascular disease. Proper identification and coding of pressure ulcers are crucial for appropriate treatment planning and reimbursement.
Standard ICD-10-CM documentation requirements apply
Various clinical presentations within this specialty area
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Standard ICD-10-CM documentation requirements apply
Various clinical presentations within this specialty area
Follow specialty-specific billing guidelines
L89.61 specifically covers pressure ulcers of the right heel, which may include various stages of ulceration, from stage I (non-blanchable erythema) to stage IV (full-thickness tissue loss). It does not cover ulcers located on other body parts or other types of skin lesions.
L89.61 should be used when documenting a pressure ulcer specifically located on the right heel. It is important to differentiate it from other codes such as L89.60 (pressure ulcer, unspecified heel) or other body locations to ensure accurate coding and treatment planning.
Documentation should include a detailed description of the ulcer's characteristics (stage, size, depth), patient history, risk factors, and treatment plans. Regular assessments and updates on the healing process are also essential to support the use of this code.
