Corrosion of second degree of right wrist, initial encounter

This code signifies a second-degree chemical burn affecting the right wrist. This type of injury involves damage to the epidermis and dermis, characterized by blistering, significant pain, and often a red or mottled appearance.

Apply this code when documenting an initial encounter for a patient presenting with a second-degree corrosion (chemical burn) specifically located on the right wrist. This is appropriate for acute injuries requiring initial assessment and treatment.

• Ensure the documentation clearly specifies "corrosion" (chemical burn) rather than a thermal burn.
• Verify the laterality is explicitly stated as "right wrist" in the medical record.
• Confirm this is the initial treatment for this specific injury; subsequent encounters will require a different seventh character.