###### L89 Decubitus ulcer and pressure area
Bedsore

Plaster ulcer

_Note:_ For multiple sites of differing stages assign
only one code indicating the highest stage

**_Excl.: decubitus (trophic) ulcer of cervix (uteri) (N86)_**

**L89.0 Stage I decubitus ulcer and pressure area**

Note The ulcer appears as a defined area of persistent
redness (erythema) in lightly pigmented skin,
whereas in darker skin tones, the ulcer may
appear with persistent red, blue or purple hues,
without skin loss
Decubitus [pressure] ulcer limited to erythema
only

**L89.1 Stage II decubitus ulcer**

Decubitus [pressure] ulcer with:

    - abrasion

    - blister

    - partial thickness skin loss involving epidermis and/or

dermis