Burn of second degree of right toe(s) (nail), init encntr

This code signifies a second-degree burn affecting the right toe(s), including the nail if involved. A second-degree burn is characterized by damage to the epidermis and dermis, presenting with blistering, significant pain, and redness.

Apply this code when documenting the initial treatment for a patient presenting with a partial-thickness burn to any of the right toes. This includes burns sustained from heat, chemicals, electricity, or radiation, where blistering is present.

• Ensure laterality is correctly identified as "right" and the body part as "toe(s)."
• Confirm the burn depth is explicitly documented as "second degree" or "partial thickness."
• The "A" at the end indicates an initial encounter for this specific injury.