Burn of unsp deg mult sites of right ankle and foot, init

This code signifies a burn injury to the right ankle and foot, affecting multiple areas, where the specific depth of the burn (e.g., first, second, or third degree) has not been documented. It indicates the patient is receiving initial treatment for this burn.

Apply this code when a patient presents with a burn to the right ankle and foot involving more than one site, and the medical record does not specify the burn's degree. This is appropriate for the very first encounter for this particular burn injury.

• Ensure documentation explicitly states "multiple sites" on the right ankle and foot.
• Only use this code when the burn degree is truly unspecified in the medical record.
• The "A" suffix indicates an initial encounter; choose a different suffix for subsequent care or sequela.