2025 ICD-10-CM code L55.2
Sunburn of third degree.
Medical necessity for third-degree sunburn may include pain management, wound care, and prevention of infection.
- 12 Diseases of the Skin and Subcutaneous Tissue (L00-L99)
- L55-L59 Radiation-related disorders of the skin and subcutaneous tissue
In simple words: Severe sunburn with blisters and potential skin loss due to excessive sun exposure.
Injury to the skin causing erythema, tenderness, and sometimes blistering and resulting from excessive exposure to the sun. The reaction is produced by the ultraviolet radiation in sunlight.
Example 1: A patient presents with large blisters and full-thickness skin loss on their back and shoulders after spending several hours in the sun without sunscreen., A lifeguard experiences severe sunburn on their face, arms, and legs after working long hours in direct sunlight, resulting in painful blisters and redness. , A child playing outdoors on a hot summer day without adequate sun protection develops extensive blistering and skin peeling, consistent with third-degree sunburn.
Location and severity of the sunburn, presence of blisters, skin loss, and any associated symptoms.
- Specialties:Dermatology, Primary Care, Emergency Medicine
- Place of Service:Office, Emergency Room - Hospital, Outpatient Hospital, Telehealth Provided in Patient’s Home, Telehealth Provided Other than in Patient’s Home