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

This code signifies a full-thickness burn affecting multiple, non-contiguous areas of the left lower limb, 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 insensitivity to touch.

Apply this code for follow-up encounters, such as wound care, debridement, or skin grafting, for a patient previously diagnosed with a third-degree burn to multiple sites of the left lower limb (thigh, knee, calf, shin). This code is appropriate when the initial treatment for the acute injury has concluded and the patient is receiving ongoing care for the burn wound.

• Ensure documentation specifies "third degree" and "multiple sites" on the left lower limb, excluding ankle and foot.
• The "D" seventh character indicates a subsequent encounter, meaning the patient is receiving routine care during the healing or recovery phase.
• Always code the specific body site(s) if only one site is affected; use this code only for multiple, unspecified sites within the defined region.