Burns of 60-69% of body surfc w 0% to 9% third degree burns

This code signifies a severe burn injury affecting a significant portion of the body, specifically 60% to 69% of the total body surface area. Crucially, within this extensive burn, the most severe (third-degree) burns account for a very small percentage, ranging from 0% to 9%. This indicates a large area of superficial or partial-thickness burns with minimal full-thickness tissue destruction.

This code is appropriate for patients presenting with extensive burns covering 60-69% of their body, where the physician's assessment confirms that less than 10% of these burns are full-thickness. This would typically be used in the acute phase of burn care, following initial assessment and estimation of burn extent and depth. It is often seen in cases of large-area flash burns or scalds that are predominantly superficial or partial-thickness.

• Always confirm both the total body surface area (TBSA) burned and the percentage of third-degree burns from the physician's documentation.
• Ensure the documentation clearly states that third-degree burns are 0-9% of the total burned area, not 0-9% of the total body surface.
• Do not use this code if the percentage of third-degree burns is 10% or greater, even if the total burn TBSA falls within the 60-69% range.