Non-pressure chronic ulcer of face with unspecified severity

This code signifies a persistent, open sore on the face that is not caused by pressure. It indicates a breakdown of the skin and underlying tissue, with the severity of the ulcer not specified in the medical record.

Apply this code when documentation clearly identifies a chronic, non-pressure ulcer located on the patient's face. This is appropriate when the physician's notes do not specify the depth or stage of the ulcer.

• Ensure the documentation explicitly states "non-pressure" to differentiate from pressure ulcers.
• If the severity (e.g., stage) is documented, a more specific code from the L97 series should be used.
• Always code any underlying conditions contributing to the ulcer (e.g., diabetes, venous insufficiency) as additional diagnoses.