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Non-Billable Code

2024 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code L97.5

Non-pressure chronic ulcer of other part of foot

ICD-10-CM Code:
L97.5
ICD-10 Code for:
Non-pressure chronic ulcer of other part of foot
Is Billable?
Not Valid for Submission
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Code Classification

  • Diseases of the skin and subcutaneous tissue
    (L00–L99)
    • Other disorders of the skin and subcutaneous tissue
      (L80-L99)
      • Non-pressure chronic ulcer of lower limb, not elsewhere classified
        (L97)

L97.5 is a non-specific and non-billable diagnosis code code, consider using a code with a higher level of specificity for a diagnosis of non-pressure chronic ulcer of other part of foot. The code is not specific and is NOT valid for the year 2024 for the submission of HIPAA-covered transactions. Category or Header define the heading of a category of codes that may be further subdivided by the use of 4th, 5th, 6th or 7th characters.

Specific Coding Applicable to Non-pressure chronic ulcer of other part of foot

Non-specific codes like L97.5 require more digits to indicate the appropriate level of specificity. Consider using any of the following ICD-10-CM codes with a higher level of specificity when coding for non-pressure chronic ulcer of other part of foot:

  • L97.50 for Non-pressure chronic ulcer of other part of unspecified foot - NON-BILLABLE CODE

  • Use L97.501 for Non-pressure chronic ulcer of other part of unspecified foot limited to breakdown of skin - BILLABLE CODE

  • Use L97.502 for Non-pressure chronic ulcer of other part of unspecified foot with fat layer exposed - BILLABLE CODE

  • Use L97.503 for Non-pressure chronic ulcer of other part of unspecified foot with necrosis of muscle - BILLABLE CODE

  • Use L97.504 for Non-pressure chronic ulcer of other part of unspecified foot with necrosis of bone - BILLABLE CODE

  • Use L97.505 for Non-pressure chronic ulcer of other part of unspecified foot with muscle involvement without evidence of necrosis - BILLABLE CODE

  • Use L97.506 for Non-pressure chronic ulcer of other part of unspecified foot with bone involvement without evidence of necrosis - BILLABLE CODE

  • Use L97.508 for Non-pressure chronic ulcer of other part of unspecified foot with other specified severity - BILLABLE CODE

  • Use L97.509 for Non-pressure chronic ulcer of other part of unspecified foot with unspecified severity - BILLABLE CODE

  • L97.51 for Non-pressure chronic ulcer of other part of right foot - NON-BILLABLE CODE

  • Use L97.511 for Non-pressure chronic ulcer of other part of right foot limited to breakdown of skin - BILLABLE CODE

  • Use L97.512 for Non-pressure chronic ulcer of other part of right foot with fat layer exposed - BILLABLE CODE

  • Use L97.513 for Non-pressure chronic ulcer of other part of right foot with necrosis of muscle - BILLABLE CODE

  • Use L97.514 for Non-pressure chronic ulcer of other part of right foot with necrosis of bone - BILLABLE CODE

  • Use L97.515 for Non-pressure chronic ulcer of other part of right foot with muscle involvement without evidence of necrosis - BILLABLE CODE

  • Use L97.516 for Non-pressure chronic ulcer of other part of right foot with bone involvement without evidence of necrosis - BILLABLE CODE

  • Use L97.518 for Non-pressure chronic ulcer of other part of right foot with other specified severity - BILLABLE CODE

  • Use L97.519 for Non-pressure chronic ulcer of other part of right foot with unspecified severity - BILLABLE CODE

  • L97.52 for Non-pressure chronic ulcer of other part of left foot - NON-BILLABLE CODE

  • Use L97.521 for Non-pressure chronic ulcer of other part of left foot limited to breakdown of skin - BILLABLE CODE

  • Use L97.522 for Non-pressure chronic ulcer of other part of left foot with fat layer exposed - BILLABLE CODE

  • Use L97.523 for Non-pressure chronic ulcer of other part of left foot with necrosis of muscle - BILLABLE CODE

  • Use L97.524 for Non-pressure chronic ulcer of other part of left foot with necrosis of bone - BILLABLE CODE

  • Use L97.525 for Non-pressure chronic ulcer of other part of left foot with muscle involvement without evidence of necrosis - BILLABLE CODE

  • Use L97.526 for Non-pressure chronic ulcer of other part of left foot with bone involvement without evidence of necrosis - BILLABLE CODE

  • Use L97.528 for Non-pressure chronic ulcer of other part of left foot with other specified severity - BILLABLE CODE

  • Use L97.529 for Non-pressure chronic ulcer of other part of left foot with unspecified severity - BILLABLE CODE

Tabular List of Diseases and Injuries

The following annotation back-references are applicable to this diagnosis code. The Tabular List of Diseases and Injuries is a list of ICD-10-CM codes, organized "head to toe" into chapters and sections with coding notes and guidance for inclusions, exclusions, descriptions and more.


Inclusion Terms

Inclusion Terms
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  • Non-pressure chronic ulcer of toe

Patient Education


Skin Conditions

What does your skin do?

Your skin is your body's largest organ. It covers the entire outside of your body. There are many ways that your skin protects your body and helps keep you healthy. For example, it:

  • Holds body fluids in, which helps prevent you from getting dehydrated
  • Keeps out harmful germs, which helps prevent infections
  • Helps you feel things like heat, cold, and pain
  • Helps control your body temperature
  • Makes vitamin D when the sun shines on it
  • Shields your body against heat and light

What problems and conditions can affect your skin?

There are many different problems and conditions which can affect your skin. Some of them can cause uncomfortable symptoms, such as itching, burning, redness, and rashes. They might also affect your appearance. Some of the more common skin conditions include:

  • Acne, which causes pimples when hair follicles under your skin get clogged up
  • Burns
  • Cuts and scrapes
  • Dandruff, flaking of the skin on your scalp (the top of your head)
  • Eczema (atopic dermatitis), which causes inflammation, redness, and irritation of the skin
  • Hives, which are red and sometimes itchy bumps on your skin
  • Insect bites
  • Psoriasis, which causes itchy, scaly red patches
  • Skin cancer
  • Skin infections

How can I keep my skin healthy?

Since your skin protects your body in many ways, it's important to try to keep your skin healthy. For example, you can:

  • Wear the right protective equipment, like gloves, long sleeves, knee and elbow pads, or helmets to protect against cuts, bumps and scrapes.
  • If you do get a cut or scrape, clean it right away with soap and warm water. Put on a bandage to protect it while it heals.
  • When you are spending time outdoors, wear long sleeves and pants and use insect repellant to prevent insect bites.
  • Prevent sunburn by covering up and using sunscreen when outdoors.
  • Wash your hands often with soap and water.
  • When you take a shower or bath, use warm (not hot) water. Use mild cleansers and wash gently (don't scrub).
  • Use moisturizers, like lotions, creams, or ointments, to prevent dry skin.

NIH: National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases


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Code History

  • FY 2024 - No Change, effective from 10/1/2023 through 9/30/2024
  • FY 2023 - No Change, effective from 10/1/2022 through 9/30/2023
  • FY 2022 - No Change, effective from 10/1/2021 through 9/30/2022
  • FY 2021 - No Change, effective from 10/1/2020 through 9/30/2021
  • FY 2020 - No Change, effective from 10/1/2019 through 9/30/2020
  • FY 2019 - No Change, effective from 10/1/2018 through 9/30/2019
  • FY 2018 - No Change, effective from 10/1/2017 through 9/30/2018
  • FY 2017 - No Change, effective from 10/1/2016 through 9/30/2017
  • FY 2016 - New Code, effective from 10/1/2015 through 9/30/2016. This was the first year ICD-10-CM was implemented into the HIPAA code set.