Index to Diseases and Injuries
Ulcer, ulcerated, ulcerating, ulceration, ulcerative › skin
Index code:L98.499
- with gangrene — see Gangrene
- amebic A06.7
- back — see Ulcer, back
- buttock — see Ulcer, buttock
- decubitus — see Ulcer, pressure
- lower limb — see Ulcer, lower limb
- mycobacterial A31.1
- specified site NEC L98.499
- with
- bone involvement without evidence of necrosis L98.496
- bone necrosis L98.494
- exposed fat layer L98.492
- muscle involvement without evidence of necrosis L98.495
- muscle necrosis L98.493
- skin breakdown only L98.491
- specified severity NEC L98.498
- tuberculous (primary) A18.4
- upper limb — see Ulcer, upper limb
- varicose — see Ulcer, varicose
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Frequently asked questions
What is the ICD-10-CM code for Ulcer, ulcerated, ulcerating, ulceration, ulcerative › skin?
The ICD-10-CM Alphabetic Index directs "Ulcer, ulcerated, ulcerating, ulceration, ulcerative › skin" to L98.499. Subterms below it may lead to a more specific code. Always confirm the code in the Tabular List before assigning it.
ICD-10-CM Index to Diseases and Injuries maintained by CDC/NCHS (public domain), from the CMS FY2027 release.