Burn third degree of unsp mult fngr, not inc thumb, sqla

This code signifies a third-degree burn affecting multiple fingers, excluding the thumb, where the specific finger(s) are not documented. The burn has progressed to a sequela stage, indicating long-term effects or complications from the initial injury.

Use this code when documenting a patient presenting for follow-up care or treatment of a permanent scar, contracture, or other lasting consequence of a third-degree burn to multiple, unspecified fingers (excluding the thumb). This applies when the acute phase of the burn has passed, and the focus is on the residual effects.

• Ensure the documentation clearly states "sequela" or indicates a chronic condition resulting from the burn.
• Verify that the burn involves multiple fingers, but the specific fingers are not identified.
• Confirm the thumb is explicitly excluded from the burn site.