Non-pressure chronic ulcer of chest with necrosis of bone

This code signifies a persistent, non-pressure-related open sore on the chest wall that has progressed to involve the underlying bone tissue, causing its death (necrosis). This type of ulcer is typically slow-healing and can be associated with various underlying systemic conditions or localized trauma, excluding pressure as the primary etiology.

Apply this code when documentation clearly indicates a chronic ulceration on the chest, explicitly stating "non-pressure" etiology, and confirming the presence of bone necrosis. Supporting documentation would include physician notes detailing the ulcer's location, chronicity, and imaging or surgical reports confirming bone involvement and necrosis.

• Ensure documentation explicitly states "non-pressure" to differentiate from pressure ulcers.
• Verify that the ulcer is located on the "chest" and not another anatomical site.
• Confirm the presence of "necrosis of bone" through diagnostic reports (e.g., X-ray, MRI, bone biopsy).