Frostbite with tissue necrosis of nose, initial encounter

This code signifies a severe cold-related injury to the nose where the tissue has died due to freezing. It indicates that the patient is presenting for the first time for this specific frostbite episode, requiring initial evaluation and treatment.

Use this code for patients presenting with a frostbite injury to the nose that has progressed to tissue necrosis, meaning the tissue is irreversibly damaged or dead. This is appropriate for the initial visit related to this specific injury, such as in an emergency department or initial clinic consultation.

• Ensure documentation clearly states "necrosis" or "tissue death" of the nose due to frostbite.
• Verify this is the patient's first encounter for this particular frostbite injury.
• Do not use for superficial frostbite or frostbite without documented tissue necrosis.