Burns of 60-69% of body surface w 40-49% third degree burns

This code signifies a severe burn injury affecting between 60% and 69% of the patient's total body surface area (TBSA). A significant portion of this injury, specifically 40% to 49% of the TBSA, involves full-thickness (third-degree) burns, indicating extensive tissue damage.

Apply this code for patients presenting with extensive burn injuries where the total body surface area involved falls within the 60-69% range, and the full-thickness component constitutes 40-49% of the TBSA. This is typically used in acute care settings for initial assessment and ongoing management of severe burn patients.

• Ensure accurate documentation of both total burn surface area and the percentage of third-degree burns.
• This code requires a precise calculation of TBSA and the specific percentage of full-thickness burns.
• Do not use this code if the percentages of TBSA or third-degree burns fall outside the specified ranges.