Non-pressure chronic ulcer of abdomen limited to brkdwn skin

This code signifies a persistent, non-pressure-related ulceration located on the abdominal wall, where the tissue damage is confined to the epidermal and dermal layers. It indicates a superficial skin breakdown on the abdomen that is not caused by sustained pressure.

Apply this code when documentation specifies a chronic, non-decubitus ulcer of the abdomen, and the depth of the ulceration is explicitly noted as superficial, involving only the skin. This code is appropriate when the wound does not extend into subcutaneous tissue, muscle, or bone.

• Differentiate carefully between pressure ulcers (L89.-) and non-pressure ulcers; the etiology is key.
• Ensure documentation clearly states "chronic" and "superficial" or "limited to breakdown of skin" for the abdominal ulcer.
• Do not use this code if the ulcer extends beyond the skin layers; instead, select a code indicating greater depth.