Burn due to fishing boat on fire, sequela

This code signifies a long-term complication or late effect resulting from a burn injury sustained due to a fishing boat being on fire. It indicates that the initial burn has healed, but the patient is now experiencing residual issues directly attributable to that specific incident.

This code is appropriate when documenting conditions such as scar contractures, chronic pain, disfigurement, or functional limitations that are a direct sequela of a burn from a fishing boat fire. It should be used after the acute phase of the burn injury has passed and the patient is being treated for the lasting effects.

• Always sequence the code for the specific sequela (e.g., scar, contracture) first, followed by this external cause code.
• Ensure documentation clearly links the current condition to the original burn injury from the fishing boat fire.
• Verify that the "S" seventh character is appropriate for a sequela, indicating a late effect.