Burn of first degree of right forearm, subsequent encounter

This diagnosis code indicates a superficial burn affecting only the outermost layer of skin on the patient's right forearm. There is no blistering or significant tissue damage, typically presenting as redness and mild pain. This specific code is used when the patient is receiving follow-up care for this burn.

Use this code for patients presenting for routine re-evaluation, dressing changes, or monitoring of a previously diagnosed first-degree burn to the right forearm. This applies when the initial treatment has already been provided and the patient is in the healing phase.

• Ensure documentation clearly specifies "right forearm" and "first degree" burn.
• The "D" seventh character signifies a subsequent encounter, meaning the patient is receiving ongoing care for the injury.
• Do not use for initial treatment of the burn; a different seventh character would be appropriate for the initial encounter.