Corros third deg of unsp site left low limb, ex ank/ft, subs

Corrosion of third degree of unspecified site of left lower limb, except ankle and foot, subsequent encounter

📋Clinical Description

This code signifies a third-degree corrosion (chemical burn) affecting an unspecified area of the patient's left lower limb, excluding the ankle and foot. Third-degree corrosions involve full-thickness tissue destruction, including epidermis, dermis, and subcutaneous tissue.

🎯When to Use

Apply this code for follow-up encounters related to the treatment and management of a third-degree chemical burn on the left lower leg or thigh. This includes situations such as wound care, debridement, skin grafting, or monitoring for complications during the healing phase.

💡Coding Tips

Ensure the documentation clearly specifies "corrosion" (chemical burn) rather than a thermal burn.
Verify the laterality (left lower limb) and exclusion of ankle/foot are explicitly stated or clearly implied.
The "D" seventh character indicates a subsequent encounter, meaning the patient is receiving routine care during the healing or recovery phase.

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Code Hierarchy

▲T24.702Corros third deg of unsp site left lower limb, except ank/ft

T24.702D(current)

Crosswalks

V58.89ApproxICD-9

Same Category

T24Burn and corrosion of lower limb, except ankle and foot T24.0Burn of unsp degree of lower limb, except ankle and foot T24.00Burn of unsp degree of unsp site lower limb, except ank/ft T24.001Burn unsp deg of unsp site right lower limb, except ank/ft T24.001A