Pressr ulcer of contig site of back, buttock and hip, stg 2

This code signifies a partial-thickness skin loss involving the epidermis and/or dermis, presenting as a shallow open ulcer with a red-pink wound bed, without slough. It specifically identifies a pressure ulcer located across the contiguous anatomical region encompassing the back, buttock, and hip.

Apply this code when documentation clearly indicates a Stage 2 pressure ulcer affecting the combined area of the back, buttock, and hip. This typically presents as a blister (intact or ruptured) or a shallow crater. Documentation should specify the stage and the multi-site location.

• Ensure the documentation explicitly states "Stage 2" and the involvement of the contiguous back, buttock, and hip areas.
• Do not use this code if the pressure ulcer is confined to a single site within this region (e.g., sacrum only) or if the stage is not clearly defined as Stage 2.
• Always sequence this code after any underlying condition or cause of the pressure ulcer, if applicable.