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

Burn of third degree of multiple sites of unspecified lower limb, except ankle and foot, subsequent encounter

📋Clinical Description

This code signifies a full-thickness burn affecting multiple, unspecified areas of the lower limb, excluding the ankle and foot. The injury has progressed beyond the initial treatment phase, and the patient is receiving follow-up care for healing, complications, or rehabilitation.

🎯When to Use

This code is appropriate for subsequent encounters when a patient is being treated for a third-degree burn involving multiple sites on the lower leg or thigh, but not the ankle or foot. This includes scenarios such as wound care, debridement, skin grafting, or management of infection during the healing process after the initial burn treatment.

💡Coding Tips

Ensure the documentation clearly specifies "multiple sites" within the lower limb (excluding ankle/foot) and a third-degree burn.
The "D" seventh character indicates a subsequent encounter, meaning the patient is receiving routine care during the healing or recovery phase.
Always review the medical record for laterality (left, right, bilateral) if specified, as more specific codes may be available.

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Code Hierarchy

▲T24.399Burn of 3rd deg mu sites of unsp lower limb, except ank/ft

T24.399D(current)

Crosswalks

V58.89ApproxICD-9

Same Category

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