Burn of third degree of left elbow, sequela

This code signifies a third-degree burn affecting the left elbow, where the acute injury has healed but is now causing long-term complications or residual effects. These sequelae can include scarring, contractures, chronic pain, or functional impairment resulting from the original deep burn.

Apply this code when documenting the current treatment or evaluation of a patient experiencing ongoing issues directly attributable to a previously sustained third-degree burn of the left elbow. This is appropriate for follow-up visits addressing the chronic consequences, rather than the initial acute burn treatment.

• Always use this code as a secondary diagnosis, following a code for the specific sequela (e.g., scar, contracture).
• Ensure documentation clearly links the current condition to the prior third-degree burn of the left elbow.
• The "S" seventh character indicates sequela and should be used for complications or conditions that arise as a direct result of a healing or healed injury.