Burn of first deg mult left fingers (nail), inc thumb, init

This code signifies a superficial burn affecting multiple fingers, including the thumb, on the patient's left hand. The burn is limited to the epidermis, characterized by redness and mild pain, without blistering or skin breakage. It indicates the very first instance of medical attention for this specific injury.

Use this code for patients presenting with a first-degree burn involving several fingers and the thumb of the left hand. This applies to initial evaluations in emergency departments, urgent care centers, or primary care settings where the burn is being assessed for the first time.

• Confirm the burn is explicitly stated as "first degree" and involves multiple fingers, including the thumb, on the left hand.
• Verify that this is the patient's initial encounter for this specific burn injury.
• Do not use this code if blistering (second degree) or deeper tissue damage (third degree) is present.