Here are some new ICD-10 codes for non-pressure chronic ulcers that were added in the 2018 update:
- L97.411: Non-pressure chronic ulcer of right heel and midfoot limited to breakdown of skin
- L97.412: Non-pressure chronic ulcer of left heel and midfoot limited to breakdown of skin
- L97.413: Non-pressure chronic ulcer of bilateral heels and midfoot limited to breakdown of skin
- L97.414: Non-pressure chronic ulcer of right heel and midfoot with fat layer exposed
- L97.415: Non-pressure chronic ulcer of left heel and midfoot with fat layer exposed
- L97.416: Non-pressure chronic ulcer of bilateral heels and midfoot with fat layer exposed
- L97.417: Non-pressure chronic ulcer of right heel and midfoot with necrosis of muscle
- L97.418: Non-pressure chronic ulcer of left heel and midfoot with necrosis of muscle
- L97.419: Non-pressure chronic ulcer of bilateral heels and midfoot with necrosis of muscle
These codes provide greater specificity for non-pressure chronic ulcers of the heel and midfoot, indicating the severity and extent of tissue damage. It is important to note that accurate documentation is crucial to ensure proper coding and billing for these conditions.