Burn of first degree of back of unspecified hand, sequela

This code signifies a first-degree burn affecting the back of an unspecified hand, indicating a superficial injury with redness and mild pain but no blistering. The "S" suffix denotes that this encounter is for sequelae, meaning the patient is being treated for a complication or residual effect of the original burn, not the acute injury itself.

Apply this code when documenting follow-up care for a patient experiencing long-term effects from a previously sustained first-degree burn to the back of an unspecified hand. This could include treatment for persistent skin discoloration, sensitivity, or minor scarring after the initial healing phase. It is not for the initial treatment of the acute burn.

• Ensure the documentation clearly specifies the burn is to the "back of the hand" and is a "first-degree" injury.
• The "S" suffix mandates that this encounter is for a sequela; do not use for acute burn treatment.
• Always sequence this code after the primary diagnosis for the specific sequela being treated (e.g., pain, scar).