Burn of second degree of unspecified palm, sequela

This code signifies a healed or residual condition resulting from a second-degree burn that previously affected an unspecified palm. It indicates that the acute burn injury has resolved, but the patient is still experiencing long-term effects or complications related to that past burn.

Use this code when documenting follow-up care for a patient who has a permanent scar, contracture, nerve damage, or other lasting consequence directly attributable to a second-degree burn of the palm. This applies when the original burn is no longer active or undergoing acute treatment.

• Always use a seventh character of 'S' (sequela) for conditions that are residual effects of a healed injury.
• Do not use this code for active burn treatment; instead, use the appropriate acute burn code.
• Consider additional codes for specific sequelae, such as scar contracture (e.g., L90.5) or chronic pain (e.g., G89.29), if documented.