Burn of first degree of unspecified foot, sequela

This code signifies a superficial burn, characterized by redness and pain without blistering, affecting an unspecified area of the foot. The "S" suffix indicates that this diagnosis is for a long-term complication or residual effect of the initial burn injury, not the acute event.

Apply this code when documenting a patient presenting with a sequela (e.g., scarring, chronic pain, or functional limitation) resulting from a past first-degree burn to an unspecified foot. This code is appropriate for follow-up encounters after the initial burn has healed, and the patient is experiencing ongoing issues directly attributable to the burn.

• Always use an external cause code (V00-Y99) in conjunction with this code to describe the circumstances of the burn.
• Ensure documentation clearly supports the "sequela" designation, indicating a residual condition rather than an active, acute burn.
• If the specific foot (right or left) is documented, a more precise code from the T25.11- or T25.12- series should be selected.