91150-3
ClinicalPressure injury stage NPUAP
Definition
In 2016, the National Pressure Ulcer Advisory Panel (NPUAP) redefined the definition of a pressure ulcer, transitioning to the use "injury" instead of "ulcer". As defined by the NPUAP, a pressure injury is localized damage to the skin and underlying soft tissue usually over a bony prominence or related to a medical or other device. The injury can present as intact skin or an open ulcer and may be painful. The injury occurs as a result of intense and/or prolonged pressure or pressure in combination with shear.
LOINC 6-Axis Classification
Component
Pressure injury stage
Property
Find
Time Aspect
Pt
System
^Patient
Scale Type
Nom
Method Type
NPUAP
Details
Class
H&P.PX
Order/Observation
Both
Short Name
Pressure injury stage NPUAP
Related Names
Frequently Asked Questions
What is LOINC code 91150-3?
LOINC code 91150-3 identifies "Pressure injury stage NPUAP". In 2016, the National Pressure Ulcer Advisory Panel (NPUAP) redefined the definition of a pressure ulcer, transitioning to the use "injury" instead of "ulcer". As defined by the NPUAP, a pressure injury is localized damage to the skin and underlying soft tissue usually over a bony prominence or related to a medical or other device. The injury can present as intact skin or an open ulcer and may be painful. The injury occurs as a result of intense and/or prolonged pressure or pressure in combination with shear.
What does 91150-3 measure?
This code measures Pressure injury stage in ^Patient. It belongs to the H&P.PX class in the LOINC classification.
What is LOINC?
LOINC (Logical Observation Identifiers Names and Codes) is a universal standard for identifying laboratory and clinical observations. It is maintained by the Regenstrief Institute and used worldwide for health data exchange.