Burn of first degree of left wrist, sequela

This code signifies the long-term effects or complications arising from a first-degree burn that previously affected the left wrist. These sequelae could include persistent scarring, changes in skin pigmentation, or chronic pain directly attributable to the original burn injury. The initial acute burn has healed, but its lasting impact is still present.

Use this code when documenting a patient presenting with a current condition that is a direct result of a first-degree burn to the left wrist that occurred in the past. This applies to follow-up encounters where the focus is on managing or evaluating these residual effects, rather than the acute burn itself.

• Always sequence the sequela code first, followed by any codes for the specific manifestation of the sequela (e.g., scar, chronic pain).
• Ensure documentation clearly links the current condition to the historical first-degree burn of the left wrist.
• Do not use this code for acute or active first-degree burns; those require codes from the acute burn series.