Non-pressure chronic ulcer of groin with necrosis of bone

This code signifies a persistent, open sore in the groin area that is not caused by pressure and has progressed to involve the underlying bone tissue, indicating severe tissue damage and death. It represents a deep, non-healing wound with osteonecrosis in the inguinal region.

Apply this code when documentation clearly states a chronic, non-pressure ulcer located in the groin, and specifically mentions necrosis or involvement of the bone. This typically occurs in patients with underlying conditions affecting wound healing, such as diabetes or vascular disease, where the ulcer has deepened to affect bone.

• Ensure documentation explicitly states "non-pressure" and "chronic" for the ulcer, and "groin" for the location.
• Confirm the presence of "necrosis of bone" or "osteonecrosis" within the ulcer bed in the groin.
• Do not use for pressure ulcers; refer to the L89 series for those.