Burns of 80-89% of body surface w 60-69% third degree burns

This code signifies a severe burn injury affecting a significant portion of the patient's total body surface area (TBSA), specifically between 80% and 89%. Within this extensive burn, a substantial portion, 60% to 69%, is classified as third-degree, indicating full-thickness tissue destruction. Such injuries are life-threatening and require intensive medical intervention.

Use this code for patients presenting with extensive burns where the total body surface area involved is between 80% and 89%, and a majority of those burns (60-69%) are documented as third-degree. This code is appropriate for initial encounters and subsequent care when this specific burn severity is confirmed. It is crucial for accurately reflecting the extreme severity of the patient's condition.

• Always confirm both the total burn percentage and the percentage of third-degree burns from the medical record.
• This code requires the use of additional codes for specific burn sites (e.g., T20-T25).
• Do not use this code if the total body surface area or the percentage of third-degree burns falls outside the specified ranges.