Burn 1st deg mult sites of left lower limb, ex ank/ft, subs

Burn of first degree of multiple sites of left lower limb, except ankle and foot, subsequent encounter

📋Clinical Description

This code signifies a superficial burn affecting various areas of the left lower limb, excluding the ankle and foot. The burn involves only the outermost layer of skin, characterized by redness and mild pain without blistering. This specific code is used for follow-up care after the initial treatment of such an injury.

🎯When to Use

Apply this code when a patient presents for subsequent treatment, evaluation, or management of a first-degree burn on multiple sites of their left lower extremity, not including the ankle or foot. This would include scenarios like a follow-up visit to monitor healing or for dressing changes.

💡Coding Tips

Ensure the documentation clearly specifies "first degree" and "multiple sites" of the left lower limb, excluding the ankle and foot.
Confirm the encounter is for subsequent care, indicated by the "D" seventh character.
Verify that the burn location does not involve the ankle or foot; if so, a different code would be appropriate.

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Code Hierarchy

▲T24.192Burn first deg mult sites of left lower limb, except ank/ft

T24.192D(current)

Crosswalks

V58.89ApproxICD-9

Same Category

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