Other burn on board merchant vessel, sequela

This code signifies a long-term complication or residual effect resulting from a burn injury sustained while on board a merchant vessel. It indicates that the acute phase of the burn has passed, and the patient is now experiencing ongoing issues directly attributable to the original injury. These sequelae can include chronic pain, scarring, contractures, or functional limitations.

Apply this code when documenting follow-up care for a patient whose current condition is a direct consequence of a burn that occurred on a merchant ship. This is appropriate for encounters addressing the chronic management of burn-related complications, such as physical therapy for contractures or surgical revision of scar tissue. Do not use for the initial treatment of the acute burn.

• Always sequence this code after the code identifying the specific nature of the sequela (e.g., L90.5 for scar conditions).
• Ensure documentation clearly links the current condition to a past burn injury on a merchant vessel.
• The "S" in the 7th character indicates sequela and is mandatory for this code.