Burn of first degree of neck, sequela

This code signifies a healed or chronic condition resulting from a first-degree burn that previously affected the neck. It indicates that the initial burn injury has resolved, but there are ongoing effects or complications directly attributable to that past burn.

Use this code when documenting a patient presenting with a long-term consequence, such as scarring, pigment changes, or chronic pain, that is directly linked to a first-degree burn of the neck that occurred in the past. This applies when the acute burn has already healed and the current encounter addresses a residual issue.

• Always use an additional code to specify the nature of the sequela (e.g., L90.5 for scar conditions).
• Ensure documentation clearly links the current condition to the past first-degree burn of the neck.
• Do not use this code for acute first-degree burns; use the appropriate acute burn code instead.