L98.4 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.
Type 2 excludes for L98.4 ICD 10 code
- pressure ulcer (pressure area) (L89.-)
- gangrene (I96)
- skin infections (L00-L08)
- specific infections classified to A00-B99
- ulcer of lower limb NEC (L97.-)
- varicose ulcer (I83.0-I83.93)
Codes
- L98.41 Non-pressure chronic ulcer of buttock
- L98.411 Non-pressure chronic ulcer of buttock limited to breakdown of skin
- L98.412 Non-pressure chronic ulcer of buttock with fat layer exposed
- L98.413 Non-pressure chronic ulcer of buttock with necrosis of muscle
- L98.414 Non-pressure chronic ulcer of buttock with necrosis of bone
- L98.415 Non-pressure chronic ulcer of buttock with muscle involvement without evidence of necrosis
- L98.416 Non-pressure chronic ulcer of buttock with bone involvement without evidence of necrosis
- L98.418 Non-pressure chronic ulcer of buttock with other specified severity
- L98.419 Non-pressure chronic ulcer of buttock with unspecified severity
- L98.42 Non-pressure chronic ulcer of back
- L98.421 Non-pressure chronic ulcer of back limited to breakdown of skin
- L98.422 Non-pressure chronic ulcer of back with fat layer exposed
- L98.423 Non-pressure chronic ulcer of back with necrosis of muscle
- L98.424 Non-pressure chronic ulcer of back with necrosis of bone
- L98.425 Non-pressure chronic ulcer of back with muscle involvement without evidence of necrosis
- L98.426 Non-pressure chronic ulcer of back with bone involvement without evidence of necrosis
- L98.428 Non-pressure chronic ulcer of back with other specified severity
- L98.429 Non-pressure chronic ulcer of back with unspecified severity
- L98.49 Non-pressure chronic ulcer of skin of other sites
- L98.491 Non-pressure chronic ulcer of skin of other sites limited to breakdown of skin
- L98.492 Non-pressure chronic ulcer of skin of other sites with fat layer exposed
- L98.493 Non-pressure chronic ulcer of skin of other sites with necrosis of muscle
- L98.494 Non-pressure chronic ulcer of skin of other sites with necrosis of bone
- L98.495 Non-pressure chronic ulcer of skin of other sites with muscle involvement without evidence of necrosis
- L98.496 Non-pressure chronic ulcer of skin of other sites with bone involvement without evidence of necrosis
- L98.498 Non-pressure chronic ulcer of skin of other sites with other specified severity
- L98.499 Non-pressure chronic ulcer of skin of other sites with unspecified severity
Possible back-references that may be applicable or related to L98.4 ICD10 Code:
- L00-L99 Diseases of the skin and subcutaneous tissue
- L80-L99 Other disorders of the skin and subcutaneous tissue
- L98 Other disorders of skin and subcutaneous tissue, not elsewhere classified
Present On Admission (POA Exempt)
L98.4 ICD 10 code is considered exempt from POA reporting
Clinical information about L98.4 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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