Abrasion or friction burn of trunk, without mention of infection

This code signifies a superficial injury to the torso, characterized by skin damage caused by rubbing or scraping, without any indication of bacterial invasion or inflammatory response. It describes a non-infected epidermal or partial dermal wound resulting from friction.

Apply this code for documented abrasions, grazes, or friction burns affecting the chest, abdomen, back, or flanks, where the medical record explicitly states the absence of infection. This is appropriate for minor, uncomplicated skin surface injuries to the trunk.

• Ensure documentation clearly specifies "without infection" or similar language; otherwise, a different code may be more appropriate.
• Distinguish from open wounds (e.g., lacerations) or more severe burns, which have distinct ICD-9-CM codes.
• Always code the specific site of the abrasion if more detailed information is available (e.g., 911.1 for infected abrasion of trunk).