Find information on pressure ulcer buttock diagnosis, including staging, assessment, treatment, and prevention. Learn about clinical documentation requirements for pressure ulcers on the buttocks, ICD-10 codes for pressure ulcers, and pressure injury staging systems. This resource offers guidance for healthcare professionals on proper wound care, pressure ulcer management, and best practices for preventing pressure injuries in the buttock area. Explore resources related to skin breakdown, pressure sore treatment, and support surface recommendations for patients with a pressure ulcer on the buttock.
Also known as
Pressure ulcer
Codes specifically for pressure ulcers, including those on the buttock.
Pressure ulcer of buttock
More specific code for pressure ulcers located on the buttock region.
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May be used if the ulcer is due to prolonged pressure from medical devices or other external factors.
Follow this step-by-step guide to choose the correct ICD-10 code.
Is the pressure ulcer on the right buttock?
Yes
What stage is the ulcer?
No
Is the pressure ulcer on the left buttock?
When to use each related code
Description |
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Pressure Ulcer Buttock |
Pressure Ulcer Sacrum |
Deep Tissue Injury |
Patient presents with a pressure ulcer on the buttock. Assessment reveals a stage [Insert Stage: I, II, III, IV, Unstageable, Deep Tissue Pressure Injury] pressure injury located on the [Right/Left] buttock over the [Specific anatomical location, e.g., ischial tuberosity, gluteal cleft, sacrum if adjacent]. The wound measures [Length] x [Width] x [Depth] cm. Wound bed appears [Describe appearance, e.g., erythematous, granulating, necrotic, sloughy]. The surrounding skin is [Describe surrounding skin, e.g., intact, macerated, indurated, with or without erythema]. Patient reports [Pain level and description, e.g., no pain, mild tenderness, moderate aching, severe throbbing]. Pain assessment using a [Pain Scale used, e.g., numerical rating scale] reveals a pain score of [Pain Score]. Contributing factors include [List contributing factors, e.g., immobility, moisture, shear, friction, malnutrition]. The patient's current mobility status is [Describe mobility, e.g., bedbound, chairfast, transfers with assistance, ambulates independently]. Nutritional status assessment indicates [Describe nutritional status, e.g., adequate intake, at risk for malnutrition, requires nutritional supplementation]. Plan of care includes [List treatment plan, e.g., pressure redistribution using [Specific device, e.g., alternating pressure mattress, foam cushion], wound care with [Specific dressing type, e.g., saline moistened gauze, hydrocolloid, alginate], debridement [If applicable, specify type, e.g., sharp, enzymatic, autolytic], pain management with [Specify pain management strategy, e.g., analgesics, topical anesthetics], nutritional support with [Specify nutritional interventions, e.g., high-protein diet, protein supplements], and frequent repositioning every [Frequency, e.g., two hours]]. Patient education provided regarding pressure ulcer prevention, including proper skin care, turning and positioning techniques, and importance of nutrition. ICD-10 code [Insert appropriate ICD-10 code, e.g., L89.159, L89.312] assigned. Referral to [Specialists involved, e.g., wound care nurse, dietitian, physical therapist] made. Follow-up scheduled in [Duration, e.g., one week].