Burn unsp degree of single r finger except thumb, subs

This code indicates a burn of an unknown depth affecting a single finger on the right hand, excluding the thumb, that is currently undergoing active treatment or healing. The burn's severity is not specified, meaning it could be superficial, partial-thickness, or full-thickness.

Apply this code when a patient presents for follow-up care, such as wound checks, dressing changes, or physical therapy, for a previously diagnosed burn to a single right finger (not the thumb) where the burn's degree was not documented or is still undetermined. This is appropriate for encounters occurring after the initial treatment of the burn.

• Ensure the documentation specifies a "subsequent encounter" for the burn.
• Verify the burn is on a single right finger, excluding the thumb, and the degree is unspecified.
• Do not use for initial treatment of the burn; look for codes indicating "initial encounter."