T23.622A
ICD-10-CMCorrosion of second degree of single left finger (nail) except thumb, initial encounter
This code signifies a second-degree chemical burn, also known as corrosion, affecting a single finger on the left hand, excluding the thumb. This injury involves damage to the epidermis and dermis, characterized by blistering, pain, and redness, and is specifically related to the initial assessment and treatment of the burn.
Apply this code when documenting a patient presenting for the first time with a second-degree chemical burn to a single left finger (e.g., index, middle, ring, or pinky finger). This would be appropriate for injuries sustained from contact with corrosive substances like strong acids or bases.
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