Burn first degree of unsp single finger except thumb, subs

This code signifies a superficial burn affecting a single finger, excluding the thumb, where the specific finger is not documented. The burn involves only the epidermis, characterized by redness and mild pain without blistering. This particular code is used for encounters following the initial treatment of the burn.

Apply this code when a patient presents for follow-up care of a first-degree burn to an unspecified finger (not the thumb). This includes scenarios like a routine check-up to assess healing or for dressing changes after the initial injury. The encounter must be subsequent to the initial treatment.

• Ensure the documentation clearly states a first-degree burn and that the encounter is not the initial treatment.
• Verify that the burn affects a single finger other than the thumb, and the specific digit is not identified.
• Do not use this code if blistering or deeper tissue damage is present; those indicate a higher degree burn.