Burn of second degree of right wrist, sequela

This code signifies a second-degree burn affecting the right wrist, indicating damage to the epidermis and dermis with blistering, pain, and redness. The "S" at the end denotes that this is a sequela code, meaning it is used for complications or conditions that arise as a direct result of an initial injury, after the acute phase of the burn has healed.

This code is appropriate when a patient presents with a long-term complication or residual effect stemming from a previously sustained second-degree burn to the right wrist. Examples include scar contracture, chronic pain, or functional impairment directly attributable to the healed burn. It should not be used for the initial acute burn treatment.

• Always use this code as a secondary diagnosis, following the code for the specific sequela (e.g., scar, contracture).
• Ensure documentation clearly links the current condition to the previous second-degree burn of the right wrist.
• Verify the burn is indeed second-degree and located on the right wrist; do not use for other degrees or locations.