Corrosion of first degree of right wrist, sequela

This code signifies a healed or residual effect from a first-degree corrosion (chemical burn) that previously affected the right wrist. A first-degree corrosion involves only the outermost layer of skin, causing redness and mild pain, and the "sequela" indicates that the acute injury has resolved, but some lasting consequence remains.

Apply this code when documenting a patient presenting with a long-term complication or residual condition directly attributable to a past first-degree chemical burn of the right wrist. This could include persistent discoloration, altered sensation, or minor scarring after the initial injury has healed.

• Always ensure documentation clearly links the current condition to a previous first-degree corrosion of the right wrist.
• This code is for sequelae only; do not use it for the initial acute injury.
• Verify the laterality (right wrist) and degree of corrosion (first degree) are explicitly stated in the medical record.