Corrosion of second degree of right axilla, subs encntr

This code signifies a second-degree chemical burn, also known as a corrosion, affecting the right armpit area. This type of injury involves damage to the epidermis and dermis, characterized by blistering, pain, and redness.

Apply this code when documenting the follow-up care for a patient who previously sustained a second-degree chemical burn to their right axilla. This includes subsequent visits for wound care, dressing changes, or monitoring of healing progress after the initial treatment.

• Ensure the documentation clearly specifies a chemical burn (corrosion) and not a thermal burn.
• Verify the laterality is explicitly stated as "right" and the anatomical site as "axilla."
• The 7th character "D" indicates a subsequent encounter, meaning the patient is receiving routine care during the healing phase.