Burn of second degree of right shoulder, subs encntr

This code signifies a second-degree burn affecting the right shoulder, characterized by blistering, pain, and partial-thickness skin damage. It indicates that the patient is receiving follow-up care for this specific injury, rather than initial treatment.

Apply this code when documenting subsequent visits for a patient whose right shoulder sustained a second-degree burn. This includes wound care, dressing changes, monitoring for infection, or evaluation of healing progress after the initial treatment has been rendered.

• Ensure documentation clearly specifies "right shoulder" and "second degree" for accurate code assignment.
• The "D" seventh character indicates subsequent encounter; verify that the patient is not in the initial phase of treatment.
• Do not use for burns of other degrees, other body sites, or for initial treatment of this burn.