Burn of second degree of unspecified upper arm, sequela

This code signifies a healed or residual effect from a second-degree burn that previously affected an unspecified area of the upper arm. It indicates that the acute burn injury has resolved, but the patient is still experiencing long-term complications or consequences directly attributable to that burn.

Use this code when documenting a patient presenting with a scar, contracture, chronic pain, or other persistent issue resulting from a second-degree burn to the upper arm that occurred in the past. This applies when the specific side (left or right) of the upper arm was not documented or is unknown.

• Always assign an additional code to specify the nature of the sequela (e.g., scar, contracture).
• Ensure the medical record clearly links the current condition to a previous second-degree burn of the upper arm.
• Do not use this code for acute burn injuries; it is exclusively for residual effects.