T23.531A
ICD-10-CMCorrosion of first degree of multiple right fingers (nail), not including thumb, initial encounter
This code signifies a superficial burn, specifically a first-degree corrosion, affecting multiple fingers on the right hand, excluding the thumb. The injury is limited to the outermost layer of skin, often presenting with redness and mild pain, and is in its initial phase of treatment.
Apply this code for patients presenting with chemical or thermal first-degree burns to several right fingers (excluding the thumb) during their first visit for this specific injury. This is appropriate for minor burns where only the epidermis is damaged, such as from brief contact with a hot surface or a mild chemical irritant.
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