Corrosion of second degree of right shoulder, subs encntr

This code signifies a second-degree chemical burn affecting the right shoulder. It indicates damage to both the epidermis and dermis, characterized by blistering, pain, and redness, resulting from exposure to a corrosive substance.

This code is appropriate for follow-up encounters where a patient is receiving ongoing treatment or evaluation for a previously diagnosed second-degree chemical burn of the right shoulder. This includes subsequent office visits, wound care appointments, or hospital readmissions related to the initial injury.

• Ensure the documentation clearly specifies a "subsequent encounter" for the chemical burn.
• Verify the burn is explicitly stated as "second degree" and located on the "right shoulder."
• Do not use for initial encounters; a different seventh character is required for the first presentation of the injury.