Burns of 70-79% of body surfc w 0% to 9% third degree burns

This code signifies a severe burn injury affecting a large portion of the body, specifically between 70% and 79% of the total body surface area. Crucially, within this extensive burn, the third-degree component is minimal, accounting for less than 10% of the total burned area. The remaining majority of the burns would be classified as first or second degree.

This code is appropriate for patients presenting with extensive burns where the total body surface area involved is between 70% and 79%, and the deep tissue damage (third-degree burns) is limited to 0% to 9% of that total. This scenario often involves widespread superficial and partial-thickness burns with only isolated areas of full-thickness injury. It would be used in initial assessment and subsequent care for such burn victims.

• Ensure accurate calculation of both total body surface area (TBSA) burned and the percentage of third-degree burns.
• This code requires documentation clearly stating the TBSA involved and the specific percentage of third-degree burns.
• Do not use this code if the third-degree burn percentage is 10% or greater, even if the total TBSA is within the 70-79% range.