Burn of unspecified degree of right ankle, initial encounter

This code signifies a burn injury to the right ankle where the depth of the burn (e.g., first, second, or third degree) has not been documented or determined by the provider. It indicates the initial treatment or evaluation for this specific injury.

Apply this code when a patient presents with a burn to their right ankle, and the medical record does not specify the burn's degree. This is appropriate for the initial encounter for treatment of the burn, such as in an emergency department or initial clinic visit.

• Ensure the documentation clearly states "right ankle" and that the burn degree is truly unspecified.
• Only use the "A" seventh character for the initial encounter for active treatment of the burn.
• If the burn degree is later identified, a more specific code should be used for subsequent encounters.