Pressure ulcer of right hip, stage 3

This code signifies a full-thickness skin and tissue loss involving the right hip, extending down to, but not through, the underlying fascia. It presents as a deep crater with visible subcutaneous fat, but bone, tendon, or muscle are not yet exposed. Slough and/or eschar may be present, but the depth of tissue loss is still discernible.

Apply this code when documentation clearly identifies a pressure ulcer located on the patient's right hip that has progressed to Stage 3. This typically involves a wound assessment noting full-thickness skin loss with visible adipose tissue. Use this code for both initial encounters and subsequent encounters for ongoing treatment of this specific stage and location.

• Always confirm the specific anatomical location (right hip) and the documented stage (Stage 3) before assigning this code.
• Differentiate from Stage 2 (partial-thickness skin loss) and Stage 4 (exposed bone, tendon, or muscle).
• Ensure documentation specifies the laterality; if unspecified, query the provider.