Pressure ulcer of left hip, stage 1

This code identifies an early-stage pressure injury located on the patient's left hip. A stage 1 pressure ulcer is characterized by non-blanchable erythema of intact skin, indicating persistent redness that does not turn white when pressed. It signifies an area of skin damage caused by sustained pressure.

Use this code when documentation clearly indicates a stage 1 pressure ulcer specifically on the left hip. This typically involves nursing assessments, wound care notes, or physician documentation describing an area of non-blanchable redness on the left hip. Ensure the documentation confirms the intactness of the skin and the specific anatomical location.

• Always confirm the specific anatomical site (left hip) and the stage (stage 1) from the clinical documentation.
• Distinguish from deep tissue injury (DTI), which presents as persistent non-blanchable deep red, maroon, or purple discoloration, often with intact skin.
• Do not use if there is any break in the skin; a stage 1 ulcer is characterized by intact skin.