2026 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code L89.95Pressure ulcer of unspecified site, unstageable

ICD-10-CM Codes›L00–L99›L80-L99›L89

ICD-10-CM L89.95
CMSSource: CMS FY 2026 ICD-10-CM dataset · Effective Oct 1, 2025 – Sep 30, 2026

L89.95 is a billable ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for pressure ulcer of unspecified site, unstageable. It is valid on HIPAA claims for fiscal year 2026 (October 1, 2025 through September 30, 2026) and groups to MS-DRG 573 through 575, 592 through 594. Coders also document this condition as unstageable pressure injury. In AHRQ's Clinical Classifications Software (CCSR), this diagnosis falls under Pressure ulcer of skin.

Code Identity

ICD-10-CM Code
L89.95
Billable Status
Yes — Valid for Submission
Code Describes
Pressure ulcer of unspecified site, unstageable
Short Description
Pressure ulcer of unspecified site, unstageable
Same as the full description in the CMS dataset.
Parent Code
L89.9
Pressure ulcer of unspecified site

Code Classification

ChapterL00–L99Diseases of the skin and subcutaneous tissue
SectionL80-L99Other disorders of the skin and subcutaneous tissue
CategoryL89Pressure ulcer
This CodeL89.95Pressure ulcer of unspecified site, unstageable

Approximate SynonymsGuidance

Alternate terms and clinical phrases that map to this code.

  • Unstageable pressure injury

Clinical ClassificationClinical

AHRQ’s CCSR groups this code into broader clinical categories.

CCSR SKN003
Pressure ulcer of skin
Default principal diagnosis: inpatient Yes · outpatient Yes

Patient EducationClinical

Pressure Sores

Pressure sores are areas of damaged skin caused by staying in one position for too long. They commonly form where your bones are close to your skin, such as your ankles, back, elbows, heels and hips. You are at risk if you are bedridden, use a wheelchair, or are unable to change your position.

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Convert L89.95 to ICD-9-CMHistory

The closest ICD-9-CM equivalents under the General Equivalence Mappings.

ICD-9-CM
707.00 Pressure ulcer, site NOS
ApproximateCombination The match is approximate, and more than one code can be needed to describe the source diagnosis. Confirm with contextual judgment.
ICD-9-CM
707.25 Pressure ulcer,unstagebl
ApproximateCombination The match is approximate, and more than one code can be needed to describe the source diagnosis. Confirm with contextual judgment.

Code HistoryHistory

FY 2016AddedAdded to the ICD-10-CM code setEffective October 1, 2015, the first year of ICD-10-CM.
FY 2017–2025No changes
FY 2026CurrentCurrent code set, no changesEffective October 1, 2025 through September 30, 2026.

Questions About L89.95Overview

Is L89.95 (Pressure ulcer of unspecified site) a billable code?

Yes. This is a billable ICD-10-CM code, specific enough to report pressure ulcer of unspecified site, unstageable on HIPAA-covered claims from October 1, 2025 through September 30, 2026.

What MS-DRG does L89.95 group to?

When pressure ulcer of unspecified site, unstageable is the principal diagnosis on an inpatient stay, it groups to MS-DRG 573, 574, 575, 592, 593, 594, with relative weights from 0.8668 to 6.5514 depending on complications. Higher weights mean higher Medicare reimbursement.

What is the ICD-9 equivalent of L89.95?

Under the General Equivalence Mappings, pressure ulcer of unspecified site, unstageable converts to ICD-9-CM 707.00 (pressure ulcer, site NOS) and 707.25 (pressure ulcer,unstagebl). The mapping is approximate, so confirm the match fits the documentation.

Footnotes

[1] Chronic - a chronic condition code indicates a condition lasting 12 months or longer and its effect on the patient based on one or both of the following criteria:

  • The condition results in the need for ongoing intervention with medical products,treatment, services, and special equipment
  • The condition places limitations on self-care, independent living, and social interactions.