Burn of first degree of left knee, sequela

This code signifies a first-degree burn affecting the left knee, where the acute injury has healed, but residual effects or complications are now being treated. These sequelae could include persistent pain, scarring, or limited range of motion resulting from the original burn.

Apply this code when a patient presents for treatment of a long-term complication directly attributable to a first-degree burn previously sustained on their left knee. This is appropriate for encounters addressing the chronic effects, not the initial acute burn.

• Always use a sequela code (ending in 'S') when treating residual conditions after the acute burn has resolved.
• Do not use this code for the initial treatment of a first-degree burn; use an acute burn code instead.
• Consider additional codes for specific sequelae, such as pain (e.g., G89.29) or scar contracture (e.g., L90.5), if documented.