Burn of first degree of right knee, subsequent encounter

This code signifies a superficial burn affecting the right knee, characterized by redness and pain without blistering or skin breakage. It indicates that the patient is receiving follow-up care for this specific injury, rather than initial treatment.

Apply this code when a patient presents for a subsequent visit related to a first-degree burn on their right knee. This includes routine wound checks, dressing changes, or evaluation of healing progress after the initial treatment has been rendered.

• Ensure documentation specifies "right knee" and "first degree" for accurate code assignment.
• The "D" seventh character indicates a subsequent encounter; do not use for initial treatment or sequelae.
• Confirm the burn is indeed first-degree; deeper burns require different codes.