Burn 3rd deg mu sites of right lower limb, ex ank/ft, subs

This code signifies a full-thickness burn affecting multiple areas of the right lower extremity, excluding the ankle and foot. A third-degree burn involves destruction of the epidermis and dermis, extending into subcutaneous tissue, and often presents with a dry, leathery appearance and absent sensation.

Apply this code for follow-up encounters, such as wound care, debridement, or skin grafting, for a previously diagnosed third-degree burn on multiple sites of the right lower limb (e.g., thigh, knee, calf). This code is appropriate when the patient is receiving active treatment for the burn after the initial encounter.

• Ensure the documentation clearly specifies "third degree" and "multiple sites" on the right lower limb, excluding the ankle and foot.
• The "D" seventh character indicates a subsequent encounter, meaning the patient is receiving routine care during the healing or recovery phase.
• Do not use this code for initial treatment of the burn; instead, use the appropriate "A" (initial encounter) seventh character.