Corrosion of third degree of unsp scapular region, sequela

This code signifies a third-degree burn, also known as a full-thickness burn, affecting an unspecified area of the shoulder blade region. It indicates that the injury is a sequela, meaning it represents a late effect or complication of an initial burn event that occurred in the past.

This code is appropriate for documenting the long-term consequences of a severe burn to the scapular region, such as scarring, contractures, or chronic pain, after the acute phase of the injury has resolved. It should be used when the specific location on the scapula is not documented or is unknown.

• Always ensure the documentation clearly states the burn is a third-degree corrosion and that it is a sequela.
• If the specific scapular region (e.g., right, left) is documented, a more specific code should be used.
• Do not use this code for acute burn injuries; it is exclusively for late effects.