Burn second degree of unsp mult fngr, not inc thumb, init

This code signifies a second-degree burn affecting multiple fingers, excluding the thumb, where the specific fingers involved are not documented. A second-degree burn is characterized by blistering, pain, and damage to both the epidermis and dermis.

Apply this code for initial encounters when a patient presents with partial-thickness burns on several fingers (not including the thumb) and the medical record does not specify which individual fingers are affected. This is appropriate for acute burn injuries requiring initial treatment.

• Ensure the documentation clearly states "multiple fingers" and explicitly excludes the thumb.
• Verify the burn depth is documented as second-degree (partial thickness).
• Confirm this is the initial encounter for this specific burn injury; subsequent care would use a different encounter character.