Non-prs chr ulcer of r thigh with msl invl w/o evd of necr

Non-pressure chronic ulcer of right thigh with muscle involvement without evidence of necrosis

AIClinical Context

Clinical Description

This code signifies a persistent, non-pressure-related open sore on the right thigh that extends into the muscle tissue. The ulcer shows no signs of dead tissue.

When to Use

Apply this code for patients presenting with a chronic ulcer on the right thigh, confirmed by documentation to involve muscle, but without necrotic tissue. This is appropriate when the ulcer's etiology is not related to pressure.

Coding Tips

Ensure documentation clearly specifies "right thigh" and "muscle involvement."
Verify the absence of necrosis; if present, a different code indicating necrosis would be required.
Distinguish from pressure ulcers (L89.xxx) and ulcers of other etiologies.

AI-generated reference. Verify against official guidelines.

Code Hierarchy

▲L97.11Non-pressure chronic ulcer of right thigh

L97.115(current)

Same Category

L97Non-pressure chronic ulcer of lower limb, NEC L97.1Non-pressure chronic ulcer of thigh L97.10Non-pressure chronic ulcer of unspecified thigh L97.101Non-prs chronic ulcer of unsp thigh limited to brkdwn skin L97.102Non-pressure chronic ulcer of unsp thigh w fat layer exposed L97.103Non-prs chronic ulcer of unsp thigh w necrosis of muscle