Corrosion of 2nd deg mul sites of left wrs/hnd, sequela

This code signifies the long-term effects or complications arising from a second-degree chemical burn affecting multiple areas of the left wrist and hand. These sequelae could include scarring, contractures, chronic pain, or functional impairment that persists after the initial injury has healed.

Apply this code when documenting a patient presenting with a current condition directly resulting from a past second-degree chemical burn to the specified anatomical sites. This is appropriate for follow-up visits addressing the chronic consequences of such an injury, not the acute burn itself.

• Ensure documentation clearly links the current condition to a previous second-degree corrosion of the left wrist and hand.
• Always use this 'S' (sequela) seventh character for conditions that are residual effects of a healed injury.
• Code any specific sequelae (e.g., scar, contracture) in addition to this code to provide a complete clinical picture.