L97.5 ICD 10 Code is a non-billable and non-specific code and should not be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes. There are other codes below it with greater level of diagnosis detail. The 2023 edition of the American ICD-10-CM code became effective on October 1, 2022.
Codes
- L97.50 Non-pressure chronic ulcer of other part of unspecified foot
- L97.501 Non-pressure chronic ulcer of other part of unspecified foot limited to breakdown of skin
- L97.502 Non-pressure chronic ulcer of other part of unspecified foot with fat layer exposed
- L97.503 Non-pressure chronic ulcer of other part of unspecified foot with necrosis of muscle
- L97.504 Non-pressure chronic ulcer of other part of unspecified foot with necrosis of bone
- L97.505 Non-pressure chronic ulcer of other part of unspecified foot with muscle involvement without evidence of necrosis
- L97.506 Non-pressure chronic ulcer of other part of unspecified foot with bone involvement without evidence of necrosis
- L97.508 Non-pressure chronic ulcer of other part of unspecified foot with other specified severity
- L97.509 Non-pressure chronic ulcer of other part of unspecified foot with unspecified severity
- L97.51 Non-pressure chronic ulcer of other part of right foot
- L97.511 Non-pressure chronic ulcer of other part of right foot limited to breakdown of skin
- L97.512 Non-pressure chronic ulcer of other part of right foot with fat layer exposed
- L97.513 Non-pressure chronic ulcer of other part of right foot with necrosis of muscle
- L97.514 Non-pressure chronic ulcer of other part of right foot with necrosis of bone
- L97.515 Non-pressure chronic ulcer of other part of right foot with muscle involvement without evidence of necrosis
- L97.516 Non-pressure chronic ulcer of other part of right foot with bone involvement without evidence of necrosis
- L97.518 Non-pressure chronic ulcer of other part of right foot with other specified severity
- L97.519 Non-pressure chronic ulcer of other part of right foot with unspecified severity
- L97.52 Non-pressure chronic ulcer of other part of left foot
- L97.521 Non-pressure chronic ulcer of other part of left foot limited to breakdown of skin
- L97.522 Non-pressure chronic ulcer of other part of left foot with fat layer exposed
- L97.523 Non-pressure chronic ulcer of other part of left foot with necrosis of muscle
- L97.524 Non-pressure chronic ulcer of other part of left foot with necrosis of bone
- L97.525 Non-pressure chronic ulcer of other part of left foot with muscle involvement without evidence of necrosis
- L97.526 Non-pressure chronic ulcer of other part of left foot with bone involvement without evidence of necrosis
- L97.528 Non-pressure chronic ulcer of other part of left foot with other specified severity
- L97.529 Non-pressure chronic ulcer of other part of left foot with unspecified severity
Possible back-references that may be applicable or related to L97.5 ICD10 Code:
- L00-L99 Diseases of the skin and subcutaneous tissue
- L80-L99 Other disorders of the skin and subcutaneous tissue
- L97 Non-pressure chronic ulcer of lower limb, not elsewhere classified
Present On Admission (POA Exempt)
L97.5 ICD 10 code is considered exempt from POA reporting
Clinical information about L97.5 ICD 10 code
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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