Burns of 50-59% of body surface w 50-59% third degree burns

This code signifies a severe burn injury affecting over half of the patient's total body surface area (TBSA). Specifically, 50-59% of the body has sustained burns, and within that burned area, 50-59% are full-thickness (third-degree) burns. This indicates extensive tissue damage requiring intensive medical intervention.

Apply this code for patients presenting with extensive burns where the physician documentation clearly specifies both the total body surface area burned (50-59%) and the percentage of those burns that are third-degree (50-59%). This is typically used in acute care settings for initial burn assessment and ongoing management.

• Ensure physician documentation explicitly states both the TBSA burned and the percentage of third-degree burns within that TBSA.
• Do not use this code if the percentages for TBSA or third-degree burns fall outside the 50-59% range.
• Always sequence this code as the primary diagnosis when it represents the reason for the encounter.