Oth exposure to uncontrolled fire, not in bldg, sequela

This code signifies a long-term health condition or complication resulting from a previous exposure to an uncontrolled fire that occurred outdoors, not within a building or other constructed enclosure. It indicates that the initial injury or event has resolved, but its lasting effects are still being addressed.

Assign this code when documenting a sequela (e.g., chronic respiratory issues, scarring, psychological trauma) directly attributable to an uncontrolled outdoor fire. This applies when the patient is presenting for treatment of the residual condition, not the acute injury itself.

• Always sequence the sequela code first, followed by codes for the specific residual condition(s).
• Ensure documentation clearly links the current condition to a past outdoor fire exposure.
• Do not use for acute fire injuries; those require codes from the T20-T32 range.