Corrosion of second degree of left lower leg, init encntr

This code signifies a second-degree burn specifically caused by a corrosive substance, affecting the left lower leg. It indicates damage extending beyond the epidermis into the dermis, characterized by blistering, pain, and potential for scarring.

Apply this code for patients presenting with chemical burns to the left lower leg that are clinically assessed as second-degree. This is appropriate for initial treatment encounters following the corrosive exposure.

• Ensure documentation clearly specifies the corrosive nature of the burn and the left lower leg as the affected site.
• Confirm the burn depth is explicitly stated as second-degree by the provider.
• This "A" seventh character is only for the initial encounter for treatment of the burn; subsequent care will require different seventh characters.