Burn of first degree of left axilla, initial encounter

This diagnosis code indicates a superficial burn affecting the left armpit area. A first-degree burn involves only the outermost layer of skin (epidermis), typically presenting with redness, mild swelling, and pain, but no blistering.

This code is appropriate for documenting a patient's initial presentation and treatment for a sunburn or brief contact burn to the left axilla that has resulted in only epidermal damage. It would be used when the patient is first seen for this specific injury.

• Ensure the documentation specifies "first degree" and the exact body site as the left axilla.
• Verify this is the patient's initial encounter for this burn; subsequent care would require a different encounter character.
• Do not use for burns with blistering (second degree) or deeper tissue involvement.