Burn of 2nd deg mul sites of right wrist and hand, sequela

This code signifies a second-degree burn affecting multiple areas of the right wrist and hand, indicating damage to the epidermis and dermis, characterized by blistering, pain, and redness. The "sequela" seventh character specifies that this encounter is for the long-term complications or late effects of the original burn injury, not the initial acute treatment.

Apply this code when documenting follow-up care, rehabilitation, or treatment for persistent issues directly resulting from a previously sustained second-degree burn to multiple sites of the right wrist and hand. This includes addressing scarring, contractures, chronic pain, or functional limitations after the acute phase of the burn has passed.

• Ensure the documentation clearly supports that the encounter is for a sequela, not an active burn.
• Verify that "multiple sites" of the right wrist and hand are explicitly mentioned in the clinical record.
• Always assign an external cause code (V00-Y99) in conjunction with this code to describe the circumstances of the burn injury.