T22.699D
ICD-10-CMCorrosion of second degree of multiple sites of unspecified shoulder and upper limb, except wrist and hand, subsequent encounter
This code signifies a second-degree chemical burn affecting multiple areas of the shoulder and upper limb, excluding the wrist and hand. It indicates that the patient is receiving follow-up care for this corrosion, rather than initial treatment.
Apply this code when documenting subsequent encounters for a patient being treated for a second-degree chemical burn that has affected more than one site on the shoulder and/or upper arm, forearm, or elbow. This would include situations like wound checks, dressing changes, or medication adjustments during the healing phase.
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