Corros 1st deg mult sites of shldr/up lmb, ex wrs/hnd, subs

Corrosion of first degree of multiple sites of unspecified shoulder and upper limb, except wrist and hand, subsequent encounter

📋Clinical Description

This code indicates a first-degree corrosion (chemical burn) affecting multiple areas of the shoulder and upper limb, excluding the wrist and hand. It signifies a superficial injury where only the epidermis is damaged, characterized by redness and mild pain, and is being treated during a follow-up visit.

🎯When to Use

Use this code for patients presenting for subsequent care of a first-degree chemical burn to multiple sites of the shoulder and upper arm. This would include scenarios such as a follow-up appointment to monitor healing or for dressing changes after the initial treatment of the burn.

💡Coding Tips

Ensure the documentation specifies "first degree" and "multiple sites" within the shoulder and upper limb, excluding wrist/hand.
Verify that the encounter is for follow-up care, not the initial treatment, due to the "D" seventh character.
Confirm the injury is due to corrosion (chemical burn) rather than a thermal burn.

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Code Hierarchy

▲T22.599Corros first deg mult sites of shldr/up lmb, except wrs/hnd

T22.599D(current)

Crosswalks

V58.89ApproxICD-9

Same Category

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