Burn of second degree of left lower leg, initial encounter

This code signifies a partial-thickness burn affecting the left lower leg, characterized by blistering, significant pain, and potential edema. The burn extends through the epidermis and into the dermis, but not through the full thickness of the skin.

Apply this code for patients presenting with a newly diagnosed second-degree burn to the left lower leg. This includes initial assessments, emergency department visits, or the first encounter for treatment of this specific burn injury.

• Ensure the documentation clearly specifies "left lower leg" and "second degree" to support this code.
• Verify that the encounter is indeed the initial treatment for this burn, not a subsequent follow-up.
• Do not use for burns of other degrees, other body sites, or for subsequent encounters.