Burn 2nd deg mul right fngr (nail), not inc thumb, sequela

This code signifies a healed or residual condition resulting from a second-degree burn affecting multiple fingers on the right hand, excluding the thumb. The burn specifically involved the nail or nail bed area of these fingers. This sequela could manifest as scarring, nail deformity, or chronic pain.

Apply this code when documenting a long-term complication or late effect directly attributable to a past second-degree burn of the specified right fingers. This is appropriate for follow-up encounters where the acute burn has healed, but the patient continues to experience issues related to the injury. Examples include ongoing treatment for scar contractures or nail dystrophy.

• Always use this code as a secondary diagnosis, following the code for the nature of the sequela (e.g., scar, deformity).
• Ensure documentation clearly specifies "multiple right fingers" and "second degree" burn involving the "nail" or "nail bed."
• Verify the encounter is for a sequela and not an acute burn; acute burns use codes without the "S" seventh character.