Burn of second degree of right forearm, initial encounter

This code signifies a partial-thickness burn affecting the right forearm. Clinically, this presents with blistering, severe pain, and redness, indicating damage to the epidermis and dermis, but not extending to deeper tissues.

Apply this code for patients presenting with a second-degree burn to the right forearm during their initial visit for this specific injury. This includes emergency department visits, urgent care, or the first physician encounter for evaluation and treatment.

• Ensure documentation clearly specifies "right forearm" and "second degree" to support this code.
• Verify the encounter is the "initial encounter" for this burn; subsequent care would use a different seventh character.
• Distinguish from first-degree (superficial) or third-degree (full-thickness) burns based on clinical findings.