Burn of second degree of right elbow, initial encounter

This code signifies a partial-thickness burn affecting the right elbow, characterized by blistering, significant pain, and redness. The injury involves the epidermis and part of the dermis, but not the deeper tissues.

Apply this code when documenting a patient presenting for initial treatment of a second-degree burn specifically located on the right elbow. This includes emergency department visits, urgent care, or the first physician encounter for this particular injury.

• Ensure the documentation clearly specifies "right elbow" and "second degree" burn.
• Confirm this is the patient's initial encounter for this specific burn injury.
• Do not use for superficial (first-degree) or full-thickness (third-degree) burns, or burns on other body sites.