Corrosion of second degree of left thigh, subs encntr

This code indicates a second-degree burn injury to the left thigh that is currently undergoing active treatment or healing. A second-degree corrosion involves damage to the epidermis and dermis, characterized by blistering, pain, and redness.

This code is appropriate for follow-up encounters where a patient is receiving ongoing care for a second-degree corrosion of the left thigh. This includes wound care, dressing changes, monitoring for infection, or evaluation of healing progress after the initial treatment.

• Ensure documentation specifies "left thigh" and "second degree" to support this code.
• The "D" seventh character signifies a subsequent encounter, meaning the patient is receiving routine care during the healing phase.
• Do not use for initial treatment (use "A" for initial encounter) or for sequelae (use "S" for sequela).